Materials
• Oil paint or printing ink in any colors you like. We recommend water mixable student grade oil paints.
• Printmaking roller (brayer) is used to roll the paint smooth.
• A smooth, nonabsorbent surface like glass, plastic or dry erase board is used for a drawing surface.
• Plenty of paper; very lightweight like wrapping tissue is good but anything will work.
Doing Touch Drawing
• Put a small amount of paint on the drawing board. It is best to start with one color.
• Roll the paint smooth and place a sheet of paper on top of the paint.
• Touch the paper with your fingernails, fingertips and palms. Try using both hands some of the time.
Try drawing with your eyes closed. Let your hands dance on the page.
• Become aware of body sensations and trace them on the paper. They might be abstract patterns or images.
• Lay the drawings on top of one another as they are done.
• Roll the board smooth between drawings. Only add paint after a few drawings.
• Draw whatever you feel in the moment. They do not have to be 'pretty pictures'.
• The longer you stay with it, the deeper you will go.
• When you are finished drawing, roll the paint smooth and leave it to dry.
Processing Drawings
• Look at the drawings in order from first to last as a record of your inner process.
• It is helpful to have a partner.
• Use journal writing techniques to reflect on your images.
• Number and date each set of drawings.
• Select some to embellish with color when they are dry.
Touch Drawing was originated in 1974 by Deborah Koff-Chapin.
Please give contact information to people you share Touch Drawing with.
If you plan to introduce Touch Drawing to others in any formal setting, we request that you purchase the video and the Facilitator Workbook so you have a fuller understanding of the process. We will in turn support your efforts through a communication network.
Our most inspirational event is the annual Touch Drawing Gathering.
For information on workshops and media (materials kits, book, video, audio cd,
facilitator workbook and bulletin board) or Deborah's artwork including SoulCards,
call 800-989-6334 or visit www.touchdrawing.com
P. O. Box 1089 Langley, Washington 98260 USA
© 2004 Touch Drawing was originated in 1974 by Deborah Koff-Chapin.
Please give contact information to people you share Touch Drawing with.
