JANUARY 2025 • WRITE/DRAW WORKSHOPS • UPSTART & CROW

The Write/Draw workshop series is a powerful tool for deepening your creative practice — whether that’s writing, drawing or both. Write/Draw shifts focus from creating a “finished” work of art to fostering an open, observant mindset.

At the heart of the workshops is the idea of "noticing what we notice," where drawing trains the eye to see and writing further illuminates the thoughts and reactions that surface. 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, participants uncover insights that might otherwise remain hidden, resulting in an alchemy of greater creativity, discovery, and personal growth.

You’ll be guided through a series of exercises in drawing and writing. Although the practice is easy, our discoveries can be profound. You’ll take away a tool of discovery you can enjoy using again and again.

Louise's practice began with her daily study of an ordinary paintbrush, drawing it in unique ways over several months and then writing about each experience. This consistent practice revealed new insights into both her art and herself, changing her approach to teaching by prioritizing curiosity and observation.

No prior artistic or literary experience is required.

Sunday, January 19 from 9-11am or Sunday, January 26 from 9-11am.

Upstart & Crow: Located on Granville Island, Upstart & Crow is a not-for-profit literary arts studio for curious readers and creative storytellers alike.