Author Archives: fansari
Perspectives
A few weeks ago in class, we were assigned a reading, “Characteristics of Third Places” by Ray Oldenburg. The major issues I found with that reading were the lack of examples of so-called “third places”, and the utopian nature of … Continue reading
What Defines a City?
Visitors or inhabitants of New York City are greeted with the same sights upon entering the City: the sound of traffic caused by the enormous volume of cars, the number of people scurrying to their destinations, and the light bouncing … Continue reading
Where Creativity Happens
The prospect of buying new things always excites me, whether its clothes, accessories, or food. However, I experience the most joy while purchasing material for the arts, particularly for painting and sketching. That is why I always find myself going … Continue reading