"I still default to calling myself a designer first, or even exclusively, when I'm asked about myself. A lot of this comes down to familiarity: I have a clearer internal map of my design practice than I do my writing practice."
"The more I write, the easier it's gotten to identify what makes something feel like me. I've realised the deciding factor is less about the exact words - or even the specific subject - than the overall remit of a piece."
"Both my writing and my design tend to come out of the same place: a love of history, and an interest in ideas that don't resolve cleanly."
The author reflects on reaching 50 bylines and the struggle with self-identification as a writer. Despite being confident in their writing abilities, they often prioritize their identity as a designer. The author has a clearer understanding of their design practice, having worked in the field for many years. In contrast, writing feels less familiar, leading to occasional disconnection from their work. Over time, they have learned that personal expression and the overall remit of a piece are crucial to feeling authentic in their writing.
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