Journal 7

I currently would define writing as creating a message through the use of text and imagery. Editing I would define as the careful critic of one’s work that eventually will lead to the production of the best text possible. I would define composing as the arrangement and careful assembling of texts or pictures that are meant to reach a certain audience and spread the message of the composer. In order to define these words I would use key terms such as circulation, audience, assemblage and exigence. Without realizing the importance of circulation and reaching audience, the text will never be able to reach it’s full potential. Assemblage is important in the way that recreating texts and composing old texts in new ways are very prominent in our every day life. Lastly, exigence is the sole reason we write. Without an exigence, there would be no purpose in our work. Through project two I have gained a new perspective on what these important definitions mean in my own works. When I was creating my assemblage, I really noticed the importance of design and the way that my text flowed. Without paying attention to these key elements, you may not reach your intended audience or spread the message. My experience outside of class in my work and in my personal life has also played a role in helping me define these terms. When I am composing for myself, I still find that the way that I arrange and design my texts affects the message that the work gives off. One significant change I have made from my theory of composing in week two is the fact that exigence is one of the most important factors. I neglected to see the importance and necessity for an exigence in your writing until I began work on Project 2. Without a specific exigence, we can not be certain what audience and purpose we are referring to. In my Project 2 I was able to identify my exigence in the beginning, which later helped to shape every decision I made while working. I realized that without my exigence, I would have no reason to respond through my compositions.