Advocating Quote by Mary Mattingly
“If everyone used the Internet to share the things they created themselves, what would that look like? I think it makes objects special again. I guess I'm not really advocating for no objects in the world, but rather the idea of creating within our present means.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Future of Making, 2018
When people create and share their own objects online, it restores a sense of uniqueness and value to everyday items.
In simple terms: Creating and sharing restores object value.
Key Takeaway
Encourage personal creation and digital sharing.
Themes
creativity
community
technology
Mood
thoughtful
optimistic
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- craft workshops
- online maker platforms
- educational curricula
Key Concepts
digital fabrication
participatory culture
objecthood
Questions to Reflect On
- What would a world of shared creations look like?
- How can we balance digital sharing with tangible making?
A Different Perspective
Digital sharing can dilute physical craftsmanship.
