The hottest Drawing Substack posts right now

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DrawTogether with WendyMac β€’ 3930 implied HN points β€’ 10 Jan 24
  1. Blind contour drawing focuses on HOW we draw, not just WHAT we draw.
  2. Blind contour drawing helps connect our eyes and hands, improving drawing skills and teaching us to really SEE.
  3. Blind contour drawing encourages us to let go of expectations and focus on the process of drawing, leading to fun and transformative experiences.
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DrawTogether with WendyMac β€’ 2928 implied HN points β€’ 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.
DrawTogether with WendyMac β€’ 2240 implied HN points β€’ 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.
DrawTogether with WendyMac β€’ 2417 implied HN points β€’ 24 Jan 24
  1. Visual storytelling can be based on chance, creating unexpected and fun stories.
  2. Constraints in art, like using chance, can help spark creativity and collaboration with the universe.
  3. Examples like Ellsworth Kelly and Carson Ellis show how limitations and chance can lead to unique and captivating art.
DrawTogether with WendyMac β€’ 1297 implied HN points β€’ 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.
Shades of Greaves β€’ 727 implied HN points β€’ 13 Feb 24
  1. The joy of drawing as a child can be rediscovered as an adult, allowing for creative expression and fun without a specific purpose.
  2. Taking time to engage in creative activities just for the sake of enjoyment can have positive effects on mental well-being, even if it doesn't directly contribute to professional goals.
  3. Embracing moments of creative 'fuckaroundery' can lead to a more enjoyable life, even if it challenges traditional ideas of productivity and goal achievement.
DrawTogether with WendyMac β€’ 2122 implied HN points β€’ 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.
Ralph Ammer β€’ 825 implied HN points β€’ 01 Dec 23
  1. The secret to jumpstarting creativity is having fun and being immersed in a game with clear goals and rules.
  2. Drawing exercises are like structured games that set creative limitations to free up our creativity.
  3. To build a creative playground, make variations, limit your time, pick a format, and focus on improving a skill.
DrawTogether with WendyMac β€’ 1257 implied HN points β€’ 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.
The Weekly Dish β€’ 42 implied HN points β€’ 09 Mar 24
  1. The View From Your Window contest inspires a strong sense of community among the participants, with each offering unique perspectives and insights.
  2. Participants in the contest showcase their diverse geographic knowledge and deduction skills to identify locations based on subtle clues.
  3. The contest features engaging narratives of sleuths deciphering clues, enjoying wild goose chases, and making educated guesses about the window's location.
The Weekly Dish β€’ 31 implied HN points β€’ 16 Mar 24
  1. The View From Your Window contest engages sleuths in detective work to identify locations based on subtle clues like hillside letters or unique landmarks.
  2. The contest participants showed dedication by researching historical and geographical details to make informed guesses about the view in the photo.
  3. The diverse reactions from participants, from excitement to frustration, add an element of fun and camaraderie to the competition.
The Weekly Dish β€’ 71 implied HN points β€’ 17 Feb 24
  1. The View From Your Window contest features various interesting locations and challenges for participants to guess the correct spot based on clues in the photo.
  2. Winners of the contest express gratitude and share their experiences and strategies for identifying the view, adding a personal touch to the competition.
  3. Participants share their insights, struggles, and observations while trying to decipher the location in the photo, making the contest engaging and interactive.
So Here’s a Thing β€’ 766 implied HN points β€’ 24 May 23
  1. Martin Lewis created captivating etchings admired by renowned artist Edward Hopper.
  2. Lewis had a diverse background, from mining and logging to being a sailor, before becoming an illustrator and printmaker.
  3. His best-known urban scenes were produced in the 1920s and 30s, showcasing an uncanny poise and gaining him recognition in the art world.
The NO SUCH THING AS TOO MUCH ART Society β€’ 648 implied HN points β€’ 01 Apr 23
  1. Artist Melissa Louise Bolger creates large-scale crocheted drawings as an ode to her mother.
  2. The artist's work is inspired by an Afghan her mother made and is a way for her to connect with her late mother's spirit.
  3. Listeners can find more about the artist and her work in a new episode available for watching on YouTube.