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DrawTogether with WendyMac is designed to foster creativity, connection, and education through art for kids. It incorporates meditation, historical insight, life stories of artists, creative problem-solving, social emotional learning, personal well-being, and community building through drawing and art projects, with resources for educators and a focus on nurturing curiosity and understanding.

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The hottest Substack posts of DrawTogether with WendyMac

And their main takeaways
2456 implied HN points 04 Feb 24
  1. The importance of judging books by their covers and appreciating the art of book design.
  2. Engaging with a creative community to continue drawing and fostering inspiration.
  3. Exploring the fun and imagination of creating fake book covers as a creative exercise.
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2240 implied HN points 28 Jan 24
  1. Feedback and reflection are important for growth and improvement in creative practices.
  2. Drawn journaling is a practice that combines images and words to reflect on daily experiences or document them.
  3. Examples from artists like Maira Kalman, Raymond Pettibon, and Janice Lowry provide inspiration for experimenting with drawn journaling.
3537 implied HN points 09 Jan 24
  1. Nature is full of variety and no two plants or objects are exactly the same.
  2. Nature journaling can bring a sense of peace and a deeper connection to the world around us.
  3. Drawing the natural world offers endless possibilities, from contour drawings to colorful painterly styles.
1297 implied HN points 11 Feb 24
  1. Visual composition in drawing is key to achieving the desired impact of your artwork, focusing on elements like focal point, balance, movement, and interestingness.
  2. Drawing big can push you out of your comfort zone and lead to more interesting and engaging artwork, as you pay closer attention to details and take up more space in your drawing.
  3. Taking inspiration from artists like Georgia O'Keefe can encourage you to experiment, push boundaries, and capture the essence of your subject in a unique and captivating way.
2731 implied HN points 18 Jan 24
  1. Light and shadow are important in drawing to create depth and dimension
  2. Understanding value, or how lightness or darkness is portrayed, is crucial for creating realistic art
  3. Practice and experimenting with light and shadow can help improve your drawing skills
2928 implied HN points 14 Jan 24
  1. 30-Day Drawing Habit involves fun drawing lessons with no tests or rules, encouraging experimentation and new perspectives.
  2. Drawing should be fun, and to keep it that way, focus on playfulness, connection, and flow while letting go of perfectionism and judgement.
  3. Having fun while drawing helps retrain the brain to focus on positive things, promotes wellbeing, and can replace the urge to seek entertainment on social media.
1592 implied HN points 29 Jan 24
  1. The Grown-Ups Table 30-Days of Drawing will continue after the 30 days with more drawing lessons and prompts for members.
  2. The post reflects on the numerous drawing lessons and activities completed over the past 28 (29) days.
  3. Reflection is powerful in learning, deepening understanding, and paving the way for future learning.
2122 implied HN points 29 Oct 23
  1. Ruth Asawa's drawing practice started on her family's farm, developing her motor skills and creativity.
  2. During World War 2 internment, Ruth Asawa honed her drawing skills with support from animators and using found materials.
  3. Ruth Asawa's consistent drawing practice at her kitchen table, amidst family life, reflects the importance of a creative space and daily commitment.
2869 implied HN points 01 Oct 23
  1. Drawing can be a calming and meditative exercise that helps us be present and process our feelings.
  2. Taking the time to pause and engage in simple drawing exercises can help alleviate stress and overwhelm.
  3. Coloring and drawing activities have been shown to have similar benefits to meditation in reducing anxiety and improving mood.
2279 implied HN points 10 Sep 23
  1. Artists collect a variety of items and use them as inspiration for their art.
  2. The history of collecting dates back to ancient civilizations and evolved into private collections displayed in Cabinets of Curiosity.
  3. Personal collections often hold sentimental value and can reflect the values and aspirations of the collector.
1257 implied HN points 22 Oct 23
  1. Gretchen Rubin highlights the link between creativity and happiness, showing how it boosts mood, energy, and social connections.
  2. She shares about her sources of creative inspiration, like reading and visiting the Met museum, and how those experiences lead to new projects.
  3. Gretchen suggests a creative exercise of keeping a Five-Senses Journal to spark memories, ideas, and gratitude through daily sensory experiences.
1336 implied HN points 24 Sep 23
  1. The color wheel is the foundation of color mixing, composed of primary, secondary, and tertiary colors.
  2. Understanding the history of color theory helps to appreciate the significance of the color wheel.
  3. Primary colors (red, yellow, blue), secondary colors (orange, violet, green), and complementary colors play key roles in color mixing and relationships.
1631 implied HN points 12 Feb 23
  1. The art of making sense of messy lives with silly charts and diagrams
  2. Drawing diagrams can help make sense of overwhelming things like relationships and love
  3. Venn diagrams can be fun and creative tools for expressing personal, profound, or silly ideas
1533 implied HN points 16 Mar 23
  1. DrawTogether is launching DrawTogether Classrooms for educators for free, combining art and social emotional learning.
  2. DrawTogether Classrooms is adaptable for various learning environments and designed for students aged 4-11.
  3. Educators signing up immediately get access to resources, curriculum, and support, with a focus on building a community.
1395 implied HN points 05 Feb 23
  1. Learning about perspective in drawing can change the way you see and tell stories through your art.
  2. Understanding the basic elements of perspective like the horizon line and vanishing point is key to creating a 3D effect on a 2D surface.
  3. Experimenting with horizon line height and vanishing point placement can alter the perception of distance and depth in your drawings.
1277 implied HN points 19 Mar 23
  1. Taking care of yourself is important, so consider doing nice things for yourself like buying flowers.
  2. It's okay to take a break and give yourself some time to relax and unwind.
  3. Finding moments to stop, reflect, and focus on yourself can help you recharge and be more present.