This program teaches a hands-on and iterative method of drawing systems, to gain an understanding of leverage points for change. This method, called Systems Scribing, can be applied at a personal, community, organizational, or institutional level. This is a new, tangible approach to representing dynamics, occurring in the moment and over time. This discipline develops a critical skill to facilitate a system’s ability to see and sense itself, as well as crystalize ideas into action. This program is designed for all levels of drawing experience.
Participants will:
Day 1 | Offline/Self-directed: Self-paced practices with pre-recorded videos and reading materials around systems thinking and scribing—along with a drawing exercise to prepare for the live session.
Day 2 | Online/Group: A 90-minute live Zoom call with guided, hands-on drawing practice, peer-to-peer conversation, and large group question and answer. (Recording of the live session will be available for those who cannot make it.) This will be followed by sharing of images in the community platform, with real-time feedback from faculty and peers for one week following the live session.
There will be 2 live sessions offered: 12:00-1:30pm EST (check your time) and 7:00-8:30pm EST (check your time).
Technological Requirements: To participate in the live session, you will need to have video or audio access to Zoom. You will also receive an invitation to an online community platform called Mighty Networks where you can complete the self-directed learning.
Materials: You will want to be prepared to draw during the live session on November 9. This can include: any size and type of surface you would like to work on, crayons, markers, pencils, or digital tablets.
Please choose a rate in accordance with your country and the strength of its economy, and based on your overall financial situation. Should either of the below rates not be feasible, please reach out to the team.
Fees will be refunded for all cancellations received in writing before October 28, 2022. No refunds will be granted after that date.