Opening the sketchbook: A conversation with William Mapan

01:22 - A complex practice 

05:30 - Reflecting on Sketchbook A 

09:50 - Parenthood on creativity  

12:15 - Slowing down and escaping a framework 

16:00 - Building bridges and the importance of physical work 

19:48 - The evolution of Sketchbook B and Etudes 

26:05 - Immersed in the process

27:33 - The completion of the sketchbook 

31:20 - Mark making, self-exploration and identity 

34:35 - Dealing with the noise 

37:35 - The current focus on AI 

39:49 - Does the medium matter 

43:15 - Burnout and maintaining a work-life balance 

47:30 - Installing Sketchbook B and highlighting the algorithm 

53:45 - Authenticity and freedom of expression 

56:38 - Thinking on sales mechanics and allowlists 

59:19 - Intensity, stress and prerelease thoughts