"The very first things we know made by human beings on the planet were drawings. Not writing, or buildings, but drawings…. Drawing is central, not peripheral." - Paul Klee
Arthur Boyd put the Shoalhaven on the international map with his stunning depictions of its river and the surrounding bush. His drawings and paintings have inspired generations of artists to visit the Bundanon properties and to create their own interpretations of its wonderful landscape. This year Bundanon Trust is launching the Bundanon Big Draw, following a world-wide trend to encourage the public to put everything else aside and draw for a day.
Drawing is an everyday tool kit for communication. There are no physical rules and anyone can do it. Through the act of drawing we learn to look closely at our surroundings and to better understand the world around us. As “a creative tool for developing skills of perception, thought, invention and action” drawing assists our brain to learn.
Come along with all the family and help create the longest drawing in the Shoalhaven. We will provide all the materials for the big drawing and Bundanon’s artist staff will be on hand to support your efforts. But if you want to set up on your own and create an individual artwork go right ahead! The spirit of the day is to encourage as many people as possible to think about drawing and to take a risk and have a go.
It is a great activity for all ages and abilities.
Quotes drawn from the Campaign for Drawing, which is a regular feature of the UK’s cultural and educational calendar. It was inspired by John Ruskin who sought not to teach people how to draw but to teach them how to see.
