Halfway There

My story is really starting to take shape. It's a little ambitious and a little bit out there. I wouldn't qualify it as news, necessarily, but it is certainly a report. It's a dichotomy of how metal plays in current events, both on the behalf of those trying to enact social change and those trying to uphold the current structure. Hopefully it turns out.

A Coat of Primer

After compiling the extensive research I had completed up to this point, I found that my story would take another shape. It's now changed considerably to be reflective of metal's role in society as both an economic and social construct. Metal and metalwork can be used for social stability and social change, and I now intend to illuminate that opposition.

Getting It Going

It's crunch time for CAR. Getting all of my information compiled has been a time-consuming but rewarding process. Outlining my work is giving me a pretty nice framework to draw from as I begin my journey toward completing a story that enlightens readers as to the art of an art. I've only been able to complete two in-person interviews, which has presented many difficulties. The art professors are among the busiest I've ever attempted to speak to. It's also been difficult to find data that supports my story in a strong way. I think things will work out, though. Here it goes!

Behind the Curve

This week has been a stressful one. Class and extracurricular obligations have collided in a big way. Because of it, I'm a little bit behind on my work for computer-assisted reporting. There are a lot of points to be made in the next month, though, and I'm dedicated to making sure I do good work that does the class justice.

I have two interviews completed with two more later in the week. I've compiled a solid list of sources of all kinds. My FOIA request was denied, but I feel that I will have sufficient data to make a story that is both effectively gripping and informative. The response to my FOIA request was disappointing. I anticipated that the information I requested would be of great benefit to my story.

The next two weeks will need to be very productive for me to be successful in this class and as a reporter.