Benefits of being an amateur

Andy Merrifield’s critical theory was an influence in my PhD research in terms of exploring how individual agency might enable the transformation of cities both physically, functionally and economically.

This more recent work, The Amateur, further develops argumentation for novice individuals to take action rather passivity, because elevating interests over conformity and authority, especially as an amateur, benefits wellbeing and enables innovative work. 

Source: Merrifield, The Amateur: The Pleasures of Doing What You Love (Verso)