Le Weekly #68 – Steers Ribs 🍖
One quote, one word, one shoutout, one story, one neigh from Philosophical Horse and one question.
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Le Quote 🗣
“We can’t make an informed decision if we don’t know why.” – Andrew Bloom.
Le Word 💬
informed (adjective) having or showing knowledge of a subject or situation.
Le Shoutout 🧣
Kurt Martin was offered a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to travel to Antarctica.
The SCALE 22 expedition left Cape Town harbour aboard the SA Agulhas II with 84 researchers... and Kurt.
They travelled towards Antarctica, sampling varying sea waters and ice along the way.
Kurt’s job as the resident artist was to preserve the journey through creativity.
Onboard
By Kurt Martin
A friend told me about Professor Marcello Vichi, the SCALE 22 expedition leader, who was looking for someone creative to join their upcoming voyage to capture the trip visually.
I did not have to think twice before applying. I relished the prospect of living on a ship for three weeks while experiencing some of the harshest weather conditions on Earth.
The expedition was incredible. Vast wilderness and stark white sea ice created an indescribable scene that filled me with awe and thankfulness. I knew I was lucky. I was witnessing an environment that few people ever see.
The trip focused on understanding the Southern Ocean’s role in climate change. I love learning more about the natural world from as many perspectives as possible, and this trip gave me first-hand experience alongside scientists on the cutting edge of their fields (note: oceans).
Each day, after the research concluded, I had the chance to share bunks, meals and moments with these thoughtful, intelligent and passionate people. As much as I was interested in them, they were interested in my creative role and how I got there:
During lockdown, I started an Instagram page (@kurt_artin) to share my art with friends. The simple act of showing the world my creativity opened doors to opportunities I would never have imagined. Then, I decided to take an even bigger step by attempting to turn art and creation into a full-time career.
And so the life of an artist began.
I like to think of “luck” as “opportunity meeting preparation.” When my friend told me about the opportunity to join the voyage, I had the freedom to say yes because I had chosen to pursue a career as an artist. By pursuing art, I could choose to pursue life as well.
The expedition taught me about the need for better communication between science and the general public, especially the challenge of communicating complex ideas in a way a layperson can understand.
Luckily for me, visual mediums don’t require the viewer to have any knowledge to experience the incredible Southern Ocean and the ship we were aboard. I hope my work will help inspire and inform people about the wonder and mystery of the sea on our southern horizon.
Kurt’s inclusion in the SCALE 22 expedition teaches us two things. Firstly, in order to start new journeys, we must step onto unknown paths. Secondly, when these new paths appear, we need to be brave enough to trust our gut, take the risk and commit.
Shoutout Kurt.
Le Story ✍️
Last night, after watching the orchestra in the park, I felt rather hungry.
For some or other reason, a craving washed over me that hadn’t washed over me in years:
Steers ribs.
Yes, for whatever reason, Steers ribs entered my mind.
After much convincing (not much convincing, to be fair), I drove to Steers.
As I walked into the Engen, I saw, to my dismay, that the Steers was closed.
I turned around, picked up a few snacks, and returned home.
Later that night, while brushing my teeth, I heard myself say, “I can’t wait to have Steers ribs tomorrow.”
It’s always nice to have something to look forward to.
Le Neigh from Philosophical Horse 🐴
“Neigh.” – Philosophical Horse.
Le Question 🤔
What are you looking forward to this week?
Have a powerful Monday, everyone.
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No steers, but great droewors though🤝🤝
Had a similar hankering for a Giovanni’s deli bagel recently. I arrived too late in the afternoon, and they were sold out. However, while scanning the display, I discovered slow-roasted aubergine. One sheepish request for a large tray and a decadent purchase of tahini later, I returned home with the ingredients to make my favourite “girl dinner” of baba ghanoush and pita. Le #68 has reminded me to return for that bagel this week! 🥯