Writing Journal-Assignment 7

What is the reason you chose the option (a, b, or c) you did?
I chose to write my dialogue between the three characters in the painting because I didn’t feel knowledgeable enough to compose a believable conversation between the artist and someone else. I would have wanted to know Artemisia even better before I tried to emulate her, mostly because I have so much respect for her and wouldn’t want to portray her in an inaccurate light.

What is challenging about writing dialogue, especially when you are reliant on it for character development?
The trouble with being reliant on dialogue for character developing is that it makes the “showing, not telling” process even more challenging and time-consuming. For me, I’m the kind of person who gets restless pretty easily when writing and if the process is taking too long, it makes me not want to follow through with the story.

Do visual works add to or detract from your ability to be imaginative in your writing and why?
The visual element of this project actually really inspired me to be more creative. Considering the assignment, I didn’t feel the need to closely adhere to the actual story that is depicted in the painting. I had a lot of fun coming up with an entirely different interpretation of what was going on between the characters.

What are some of the most notable differences between the cities of Rome and Naples; do you think place has an effect on how you write? If yes, how so, and if not, why do you think it is irrelevant?
Naples is most definitely different than Rome. I could sense their character differences immediately. Naples had its own unique qualities and identity apart from Rome. However, I wouldn’t say that this necessarily affected my writing. Although, this was the most violent piece I’ve ever written, and Naples, to me, will always be the city that “violently mugs.”