DESCRIPTION:
The act of “making marks” is an ancient human need. Allowing ourselves to be guided by what we produce frees us and fuels creativity. In this workshop, we explore the power of rhythms while making marks with ink, creating unintentional compositions and seeking the unknown as a form of visual expression, concentration, and mind-body connection.
We will experiment with free expression using unusual objects, water-based materials (India ink, writing ink, watercolors), and soluble styluses, exploring their expressive potential. The drawings are not intended to represent anything specific—the focus is on the experience. No prior experience is required, just a willingness to explore and courage.
Observing forms from a new perspective will awaken creativity and help participants view their own marks with a looser, more inventive eye.

MATERIAL TO BRING BY PARTICIPANTS:
A4 200g paper pad; Smock or shirt that can get dirty; Tube of watercolor (any color, but no more than one); 2 flat brushes of different sizes for watercolor; 2 round brushes – 2 sizes (medium/large).

MATERIAL PROVIDED BY THE TRAINER:
Small bottle of India ink; Bottle of writing ink (black); Empty yogurt cups; X-Acto knife; Palette or old plates; 3 water jars (with lids); Old cotton rags; Colored pencils; 1 old pencil; 1 empty soda can (to make two scrapers); Sushi sticks; Very used toothbrush; Small branches; Tree leaves; Bird feathers (collected outdoors); Piece of corrugated or other cardboard; Textured papers; 1 old and invalid MB card.

GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS:
Some of the required materials will be provided by the organizers; participants may also bring their own.
At the end of the training, each participant may request their personalized Certificate of Participation.