Why Draw.. A free talk

Why Draw? with Andrew Schlussel

A informal talk at The Crypt Gallery with artist Andrew Schlussel as part of The Sketchbook Challenge exhibition.

"When you draw, you take infinitely complex reality and express it in shapes that are recognisable to anyone. A pretty picture is a by-product; the real outcome is the understanding gained by the keen observation required to create it. Drawing is a way to truly connect to the world, and when drawing people, a way to understand them more deeply than any passing glance or polite conversation allows"

Andrew shares his personal drawing practice and the lessons learned through it, illustrating the value it brings to industry-leading creatives responsible for some of the biggest animated feature films.

Tickets are Free of Charge | Refreshments avalible

Suitable for adults age 18+

Doors open at 6.30, talk begins at 7pm

About Andrew

Andrew brings his experience in animation, visual effects, and education to his role as Senior Director, Training and Development at DNEG Animation. He has led training and educational programs at major studios including Netflix Animation, Framestore, DreamWorks, and Pixar, as well as at colleges and universities internationally.

A dedicated portrait artist, Andrew works in graphite, charcoal, watercolour, and oil. This practice of keen observation is the foundation of his work, driven by a belief that drawing is a vital way to understand and connect with the world and people.

Following his recent TEDx talk, Andrew launched www.masterthespotlight.com, which offers training on presentation skills to companies and individuals.