Memory Capsule Drawing: Documenting our Elders
Life drawing is a visual practice of observing and celebrating life and the human form. There is no better way to do that than to honor and hear stories from our Elders as we draw them. As a society we don’t often get to see a mature face and body celebrated in media or in different art forms. This class hopes to engage in drawing and listening to our vibrant and charming Elders, as well as create intergenerational connections. You don’t need ChatGPT, when you have someone who has experienced time and life!
There will be drawing exercises to strengthen the connection between our eyes and hands. There will be a story portion of class that will open up as well to questions and conversations. At the end of class we will share all of our drawings celebrating our beautiful Elders.
Open to all levels of drawing. Beginners encouraged and Experienced will be expanded. Please bring your own drawing materials. There will not be drawing boards available. There will be many breaks and light refreshments. Please be mindful of our Elder models physical conditions as we work around traditional drawing class format.
Memory Capsule Drawing: Three Generations Portraiture!
Aug 22 6-8pm
We invite you to join us as we draw and hear about the hopes and changed passed down from one generation to the next. This class will be graced by 3 generations of Iwamotos: George, Alyson, and Aiko. We will hear stories on George's deep sea fishing practice, Alyson's art practice and if we are lucky, some Aiko Jokes!
For drawing we will focus on the proportional changes when we draw kids, adults in their prime, and an Elder. This is an experimental, non traditional drawing format, please make space for patience and engagement in class.
We hope to see you for this rare intergenerational opportunity!
Scaled Pricing, honor system! Proceeds go to an honorarium for our Elder models, our host Anzen, and our Teacher
$20 - Patron Level : Resourced and you want to support the ongoing program
$10 - Artist Level : Not feeling as Resourced but you want to expand or start your practice.
$5 - Participant Level : Not Resourced but want to participate and support or needed drawing respite. This is when we would like to support your practice.