What message if any do you try to put into your work?
I try to create a product that has a high perceived value
(something that looks more expensive than it really is) People think that
heavy = expensive & that the bigger the trophy
the better when in reality the determining costs are materials
used & labor expended.
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Do you feel that you choose your passion or did it choose you?
It chose me.
My business has evolved & changed over the years. When I
started out I did more industrial engraving as the need dwindled I had to find
new niches. Business is constantly changing & if you ignore that change &
stick with your "passion" you will be out of business.
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If you hadn't chosen your field, what would your alternative
field have been?
I wanted to be a veterinarian (Far cry from engraver huh?) Stay
in school to complete the education for your passion!
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How much emphasis do you place on education? What do you think
we should be getting out of a class like "the Psychology of Creativity"?
A college education is of much greater importance now than it
was in my generation. I doubt I would be able to compete as a young person in
the work & business world. Not as many "self made men" in the generations to
come without an education.
I don't know how you can teach creativity. It's something you
are born with. Perhaps the aspect that can be taught is to not be afraid, have
self confidence & go for it.
I hope this was of help!
Mark
Lawrence
Trophyman.com
818 344-5191
