The other element essential to Touch Drawing is creating the right space. The physical aspect of Touch Drawing space is almost limitless. You only need a place to sit, a table or your lap to hold the board, and a place by your side to lay your series of Touch Drawings.
Dab a SMALL AMOUNT of paint onto the drawing board, roll it smooth and place of sheet of paper on top. Then you are ready to draw by simply touching the paper with your fingertips and fingernails. The impressions are seen when you lift the paper off the board.
The emotional, psychological dimension of the Touch Drawing space is most important. Give yourself enough time. At least 60 minutes per session is recommended for a deep, transformative experience. Establish in your heart and mind a posture of solitude or inward attention. Then all you need to do is be aware of whatever you are feeling and move your fingertips on the paper in expression of the moment. Whatever you feel is what you should draw. Each drawing will be a stepping stone deeper into your Self.
Many people use music to help hold the space. We offer an
audio cd of Deborah Koff-Chapin conducting a live workshop in which she sings, plays sacred drum and chimes. Her words guide participants deeper through gentle, unintrusive suggestions.
When you have completed a series of drawings, look through them from the beginning. You might be surprised by the beauty and authenticity.
Much more detailed instruction are included in
Drawing Out Your Soul, The Touch Drawing Handbook.
Touch Drawing requires a few materials and a heart open to explore the Self. No artistic confidence is necessary! We recommend that you use the various multi-media educational 