5, 4, 3, 2, 1: Drawing with Time and Rhythm

In this one-hour figure-drawing workshop, participants will draw together with pencils for 5, 4, 3, 2, and 1 minute—and sometimes even 30 seconds. We will begin with longer drawing times and slowly move to shorter, faster ones. Participants can try different pencil pressure, movement, and speed as the timing changes. Participants may volunteer to pose for the group. As we draw, we will watch different poses and body movements and follow the changing rhythm together. The timing will be repeated about three times. Participants will make several drawings on 11 × 14-inch paper and one larger…