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SUMMARY:A Doodle Diary
DESCRIPTION:Architecture Center Houston is proud to announce their upcoming exhibition A Doodle Diary by John Kirksey opening Thursday\, February 13\, 5:30-7:30pm\, and continuing through April 25. \nDoodling is more than idle scribbles—it’s a universal form of creative expression and a window into the mind. Science reveals that doodling enhances memory\, sharpens focus\, and stimulates problem-solving. It bridges the gap between conscious thought and subconscious creativity\, fostering connections that fuel innovation. Doodling engages the logical left and creative right hemispheres\, facilitating a “whole-brain” approach to thinking. When a low-stakes task like doodling occupies the conscious mind\, the subconscious can process complex problems\, often leading to creative insights. \nJohn Kirksey\, architect and business owner\, doodled his way through 50+ years of phone calls and meetings. Exotic animals\, technical-organic hybrids\, caricature portraits\, and purely comedic themes—the doodles are an intricate blend of John’s vivid imagination and subconscious mind. Karin Broker\, Professor Emerita\, Printmaking and Drawing at Rice University\, says of John\, “If you sat in a meeting with him and he doodled away\, that meant he was paying attention. No staring out the window\, no shifting in his seat\, no thinking about something else. John simultaneously focused the two sides of his brain to problem-solve and strategize. These small and funky gems are literally recorded moments of a distinct time.” \nWe invite you into John Kirksey’s whimsical doodle diary. \nEvent is free and open to the community. \nIn-kind fabrication & installation by Innovative Environments.\nAdditional support provided by Signature Aspen and Teal Construction. \n\nAbout \nJohn Kirksey grew up in Harlingen\, Texas\, and attended The University of Texas\, graduating in 1970 with a Bachelor of Architecture degree. John\, his wife\, Kyle\, and daughter\, Shawn\, moved to Houston after graduation\, where he accepted a position with the architectural firm of Neuhaus and Taylor (3DI). In June of 1971\, one year out of college\, John started his own firm\, John Kirksey and Associates\, today known as Kirksey Architecture—celebrating 54 years in business.
URL:https://architecturehouston.org/event/a-doodle-diary/
LOCATION:Architecture Center Houston\, 902 Commerce St.\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
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