DRAW AND THEN WRITE: practices for noticing more

Louise Philips
Dates
Monday, April 13, 2026
Monday, May 11, 2026
Time
06:30 PM
08:30 PM
Location
Arts and Crafts Room at *Coal Harbour Community Centre
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Description:

DRAW AND THEN WRITE is a powerful tool for deepening creative practice – whether that’s drawing, writing, or both. DRAW AND THEN WRITE shifts focus from creating a “finished” work of art to fostering an open, observant mindset. At the heart of the practice is the idea of “noticing what we notice,” where drawing trains the eye to see and writing further illuminates the thoughts and reactions that sur face. This approach transforms routine objects and experiences into avenues for profound awareness and connection, creating a dialog between what’s seen and felt. By pairing visual and written reflection, makers uncover insights that might otherwise remain hidden, resulting in an alchemy of greater cre-ativity, discovery, and personal growth. Drop-in $25, space permitting

Instructor:
Louise Philips
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