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Re:I hated writing–until I learned there's a science to it(2... by detritus on Thursday May 28, 2026 @06:18PM (#48316319)
Yet the same skill that leads to perfect flatness then also leads to being able to make something look organic and natural, should they so wish.

It's about honing ability and competence.

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Re:I hated writing–until I learned there's a science to it(2... by robocat on Friday May 29, 2026 @04:51PM (#48329087)
The taste for perfect imperfection.

I only just learnt about https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wabi-sabi

Perhaps "artisinal" encompasses the idea?

Ira Glass is imperfect perfectionism.

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