Arts & Crafts
Art Practical: Drawing with Mindfulness Technqiues
Course overview
Mindfulness means the awareness that arises from paying attention in a particular way; on purpose, in the present moment, and non-judgmentally.” Jon Kabat-Zinn 1990 Surely drawing is a perfect way to stay present in the moment...or is it? Not if the inner critic has anything to do with it. This course will help you challenge your inner critical voice and help you gain confidence in your drawings. You will be encouraged through weekly exercises that build on your skills and willingness to let go of any sense of accuracy or perfection. Instead the practical drawing approaches will instil a sense of liberty in yourself and emphasis on trusting your instincts. Drawing materials list will be available beofre course starts on Canvas. This course will be run online with an intimate and friendly sharing group.
Course description
Through weekly exercixes that help you stay in the moment and to challenge the inner critical voice this course will help those who have been put off from drawing due to feelings that they 'can't draw'. Using line techniques and focus exercises we will explore drawing a range of both abstract and figurative themes. Suggested materials include graphite, colour pencils, and then later moving into working in pen and wash.
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