More From the “What Was I Thinking?” Files
Perplexing Pictures In Manuscripts 2
14th century (1349-1351) Austria – Lilienfeld Cod. 151: Concordantiae caritatis fol. 244v There is no reason you’d want to include a prejudicial illumination like this in SCA art. But why? What do you see? This 14th-century illumination shows a man wearing a Jews hat having sex, then being mortally stabbed for it. But there’s more that’s perplexing. What’s up with his pointy…
From Respect to Recognition: Making Savvy Peerage Recommendations
Hey there! Ever found yourself admiring someone’s dedication and skill in the SCA and wondered if you can recommend them for peerage? You’re not alone! Many folks wonder about this, and it’s a common topic of conversation. So, let’s dive in and explore how you can do this properly and effectively. Can You Recommend Someone…
My Week’s Highlights
My week… Listening: barbershop on YouTube because it makes me smile. Watching: Hamilton for about the 30th time Following: @meidastouch independent news and politics network. Reading: “11/22/63: A Novel” by whom else but Steven King Crafting: finished updating the Baronial Role of Arms Doing: preparing for the coming Kingdom of Calontir Coronation event hosted by…
Finding Purpose and Joy in SCA Awards: How They Strengthen Our Community
Hey there, fellow SCA enthusiasts and all things creative. Let’s consider for a moment the world of award creation and giving. A place where hours of dedication and hundreds of bursts of creativity by fellow scribes and wordsmiths converge to create something extraordinary. You know, whether you’re newer in the SCA or a seasoned veteran,…
Reblog: Early Bookcases, Cupboards & Carousels
Scholars, translators, transcribers and writers have always needed to have multiple books and other resources within easy reach. Illustrated manuscripts give us a good look at how medieval scribes stored and arranged their often large and hefty books. In the image above, Saint Jerome, identified by the halo, red galero and the lion with a…