I’m very pleased to announce that one of my short stories, 12-Bar Blues, has been published by Pilgrimage. Right now, it’s only available in print. Consider ordering a copy and showing your support for this fine literary journal. Though the … Continued
I think often of something Jill Tarter, ex-Director, Center for SETI Research, said when I asked her about working on a project she might not see “completed” in her lifetime: I’m not going to be bitter and disappointed in my … Continued
I’ll be honest, I wasn’t thrilled with my productivity at Ucross. This had nothing to do with Ucross, they provided an atmosphere that nurtured creativity and productivity. It was the headspace I brought with me from NYC. The best work … Continued
I’m leaving Ucross today and preparing for a bumpy re-entry. They always are. Here are some photos taken during my residency. Hope you like them. [portfolio_slideshow timeout=7000]
For the month of March, my home computer monitor will look like this — — that is, off, because I’ll be at the Ucross Foundation artist residency in Wyoming. “What Is It with You and Artist Residencies, Licata?” I’ll be … Continued
Here’s a post from the early days of the blog, December 2009. It was written at VCCA, where I am right now, though I am typing this in C2, a composer studio, and not in the corn crib. I think … Continued
I did my stint as guest artist at Sweet Briar College and I’m happy to report that it went very well. After consulting with the teacher, Paige Critcher, we decided it might be more beneficial if I showed my earlier, … Continued
I’m off to the Virginia Center for the Creative Arts. I’ve been there twice before and it’s always been good to me. Why am I going this time? To write. I’ve been working on the film all summer and need … Continued
I leave Playa today. It has been a remarkable experience. The environment has opened up a creative vein, the people have stimulated, inspired, and nourished. As a writer, I have been more productive here these last two months than I … Continued