Making Sense
"What I most enjoy is the absolute rush of realising, of learning something new — the epiphany of an insight."
Deep dives with interesting people.
"What I most enjoy is the absolute rush of realising, of learning something new — the epiphany of an insight."
"A mental shift needs to happen — a shift in the way you see and interact with signs."
"The key is to develop the ability to see, not just look."
"Semiotics is something like psychoanalysis, only not of a person, but of culture."
"Semiotic discourse analysis contributes to deconstructing dominant narratives and amplifying the voices of marginalized groups."
"You have to be both an actor and an observer."
"I’m a huge advocate of semiotics explained in consumer-friendly language."
"It’s a bit like 'Don’t mention the war!' — Don’t mention semiotics!"
"Culture is the source of truth and wisdom — and we are but mere vessels."
"No matter how challenging the brief, the solutions are always to be found within the evidence at hand."
"Semiotics is not merely a science, but an art — and I enjoy the art part more."
"Pure semiotic skills don't automatically translate to adept meaning-making."
"Depending on the situation, philosophy or linguistics may be the more relevant approach."
"If you’re obsessed with culture, if you over-analyse everything… then that’s enough to get started."