Creativity.
Drawing is merely a technical skill.
Without creativity, our images remain flat & boring.
They are just a reflection of the world, as is.
An apple, is an apple, is an apple.
But when we add storytelling & design, we begin to communicate deeper truths of the world.
And truly, thoughts are things. Every great drawing & painting was once a inchoate idea in someone’s head.
Which systematic processes can we use to transform a thought in our brain into a completed work of art on paper?
Main Idea.
The Creative Funnel.
1. Inspiration.
Roll a d20. Choose your power word.
Always say “yes, &.”
2. “Yes &” Map.
List ideas related to the power word. Begin with nouns, consider verbs, & potentially other related concepts.
Best ideas come later.
Far & wide.
3. Thumbnail.
Try out your idea in quick simple sketches. Draw a lot, no more than 1 minute each.