Research shows the powerful benefits of drawing and creative practices for improved mental health and ongoing wellbeing. Focusing in your surroundings, learning how to observe better and how to live in the NOW are important components of mindfulness which crossover with sketching or drawing.

Enjoying the looking, finding pleasure and stillness in the tiny. It’s a mental wellbeing practice and an artistic discovery process all in one.

Join us for 4 classes (once a week on Thursdays) going through the basics of drawing, from mediums to styles, from stills to nude models.

Some benefits

Drawing and observation exercises have similar values to mindfulness as they promote focusing, living in the moment and observing our surroundings.

Improve memory and concentration

Improve communication skills and strategic thinking

Increase in self-esteem and life satisfaction

Improved observational skills

Community connection

This series includes:

Pencils, charcoals and observational drawings 5th Nov

Watercolour and portraits 12th Nov

Pastels and landscapes 19th Nov

Lifedrawing and reduction techniques 26th Nov

Who will be teaching?

Jess Wilson (Dubblu) is a multidisciplinary artist, illustrator and muralist based in Footscray. Her work focuses on immersive experiences, employing a variety of techniques from audio, animation and sensory.

If she can convince her audience to climb into a pipe or crawl on the ground she considers it to be a success. She is the Creative Designer for Science Play Kids, as well as a workshop facilitator to make science and art accessible for all.

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Any other questions or ways we can assist with accessibility? Just email us at melbourne@lanewaylearning.com.