The contrast between Darwinian
evolution and the creative or emergent
evolution of recent
years may be sharpened if we look more closely at the decisive notions which are seen to be
formative in each case.
This interview consists
of excerpts from a 2008 interview with Mary Heilmann, in which she discusses her
formative years in California;
evolution from literature to ceramics to painting; and many inspirations, including video games and roadways.