<p>In this episode, Jono meets one of his heroes, as we engage in a conversation with acclaimed author, illustrator and explainer, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Macaulay" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">David Macaulay</a>.</p><br><p>We talk about David's journey from architecture to creating educational illustrations that make complex concepts understandable and engaging - and the <a href="https://sketchplanations.com/canal-locks" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Canal Lock</a> is a great example of this from Jono's collection.</p><br><p>We discuss the significance of sketching for understanding and teaching intricate ideas, and reflect on some of David's famous works, including his book, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Way_Things_Work" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">'The Way Things Work.'</a></p><br><p>David shares insights into his creative process, the importance of curiosity, and how integrating humour and playfulness in his illustrations can enhance learning.</p><br><p>This conversation would not be complete without questioning David about his famous woolly mammoths - used in his illustrations to help explain machines, mechanics, physics and science. </p><br><p><strong>Links</strong></p><p><a href="https://share.google/o5TStjHjWArnhSKcS" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">See here for more information</a> about David as well as his bibliography.</p><p>Jono specifically references David's maths book, <a href="https://www.google.com/search?sa=X&sca_esv=00d5b588ac4511d4&sxsrf=AE3TifOvT7AU7gVMpq1-f7k0Ffjt6-dBCw:1762186455254&q=Mammoth+Math:+Everything+You+Need+to+Know+About+Numbers&stick=H4sIAAAAAAAAAONgFuLUz9U3MDXOMy1X4tVP1zc0LDAwyyg2MszSkspOttJPys_P1k8sLcnIL7ICsYsV8vNyKhexmvsm5ubml2Qo-CaWZFgpuJalFlWWZGTmpStE5pcq-KWmpiiU5Ct45-WXKzgm5ZeWKPiV5ialFhUDALs-9QNyAAAA&ved=2ahUKEwjy6MWNsNaQAxUcWEEAHU0TFi0Q9OUBegQIKBAZ&biw=1348&bih=680&dpr=2" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Mammoth Maths</a>, when comparing his own sketch on "<a href="https://sketchplanations.com/parts-of-a-circle" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Parts of a Circle</a>".</p><p>When addressing humour in Architecture, David talks about his book "<a href="https://www.google.com/search?sa=X&sca_esv=00d5b588ac4511d4&sxsrf=AE3TifP8WEJT8ha88f2r5Dw2JByo1vWOFw:1762186666124&q=Great+moments+in+architecture+David+Macaulay&si=AMgyJEtrjsKMDz8f4W2slMXfl3NzC2iA9P_q1F76_o9rgz5jNa2dXzstTvH9BdJJCwtD5LDKU92ReeIOXpJv3f8QdLOykkUaNm3lHh7QchRCY0S7OrdM968aI6G7jELQmvRDVmKORSeTLNnlKxDGsMbw8We6-7ADCIY7hRkFeAgx46Kc3UsBepFfN34BFOII7ZJvnUDx7XBx&ved=2ahUKEwjHiozysNaQAxWZa0EAHbRQCn8QyNoBKAB6BAguEAA&ictx=1&biw=1348&bih=680&dpr=2" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Great Moments in Architecture</a>".</p><br><p><strong>Summary</strong></p><p>00:00 Welcome to Sketchplanations - introducing David Macaulay</p><p>01:30 David's Journey into Explanations</p><p>03:42 The Way Things Work</p><p>04:35 The Joy of Learning and Teaching</p><p>04:47 Collaborating on The Way Things Work</p><p>09:54 Exploring Canal Locks</p><p>15:24 The Art of Sketching and Curiosity</p><p>20:05 The Importance of Sketching</p><p>20:34 Humour in Learning</p><p>25:07 The Origin of the Woolly Mammoth in David’s drawings</p><p>26:37 Balancing Humour and Information</p><p>30:07 Encouraging Sketching in Education</p><p>33:30 Everyday Wonders and Final Thoughts</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
