{"product_id":"nov-22-blind-sketching-c-o-anna","title":"Nov 22: Blind Sketching c\/o Anna","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHosted by\u003c\/strong\u003e Anna Shishkina of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thepinewoods.vercel.app\/\"\u003eThe Pine Woods\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sunday, 22 November 2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime: \u003c\/strong\u003e15:00\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Always Summer Store, Prins Hendrikstraat 124, 2518 HX Den Haag\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBlind Sketching: Let Go of the Line\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForget about drawing things “the right way”. What if you could make art without worrying about whether it looks good?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoin Anna for a playful afternoon of blind sketching at Always Summer! Put your pen to paper, look closely at the objects in front of you, and let your hand wander without worrying about the result. Expect wobbly lines, unexpected shapes, funny surprises, and drawings that might turn out completely different from what you imagined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo experience is needed, and absolutely no artistic talent is required. Just bring your curiosity, a little willingness to experiment, and an openness to seeing what happens when you let go of control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the workshop\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlind contour drawing is a simple but surprisingly entertaining drawing exercise: you look at an object, keep your eyes on it rather than on your paper, and draw its outline in one continuous line. You don’t erase, you don’t correct, and you don’t worry about the result. You simply observe and draw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring this workshop, we’ll explore this technique through a series of lighthearted exercises designed to help you loosen up, quiet your inner critic, and discover the joy of drawing without expectations. We’ll play with lines, shapes, and observation, using flowers and other everyday objects as our inspiration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ll experiment with drawing slowly without looking at the paper, sketching with our non-dominant hands, and trying other playful challenges that take us out of our usual habits. Some drawings might look surprisingly recognisable, while others might resemble something entirely different. And that’s exactly the point!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis isn’t a class about perfect proportions, polished illustrations, or mastering complicated techniques. It’s about enjoying the process, embracing imperfections, and discovering how much fun drawing can be when there is no pressure to get it right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe workshop is open to everyone, whether you haven’t drawn since childhood or already fill sketchbooks with your work. You don’t need to know how to draw. You just need to be ready to give it a try.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll materials will be provided, so you can simply show up, relax, and start drawing. And, of course, you’ll take your sketches and drawing materials home with you!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s included?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll the drawing materials you’ll need\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlowers and other objects to use as drawing inspiration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA series of playful drawing exercises and creative challenges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour own collection of sketches to take home\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA pen and paper to continue experimenting after the workshop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEverything is provided, so there’s nothing you need to bring except yourself!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy join?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave you ever wanted to draw but felt that you weren’t good enough? Or found yourself erasing the same line over and over because it didn’t look quite right?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis workshop is an invitation to do the opposite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ll explore what happens when we stop trying to control every line and allow ourselves to make something unexpected. It’s a chance to step away from the pressure of everyday life, play with your creativity, and remember that making art can simply be fun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou might surprise yourself with what you create. You might laugh at your drawings. You might even discover a new way of seeing familiar things.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo rules about what looks good, no mistakes to fix, and no pressure to be an artist. Just you, a pen, a piece of paper, and a little creative freedom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCome on your own or bring a friend. Either way, you’ll be in a welcoming space where everyone gets to experiment, make a mess of their lines, and enjoy the process together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout your host\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI have been sketching for 10 years, capturing buildings, parks, scenery, and simple everyday scenes. First developed as a necessary skill for my studies, sketching quickly became a passion. During my years in architecture school, I experimented with different styles, took workshops and courses, and sketched outdoors. Now I work across different mediums and use sketching as a tool to capture my memories and illustrate emotions, both mine and those of others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more about my work at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thepinewoods.vercel.app\/\"\u003eThe Pine Woods\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCancellation policy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull refund for cancellations made at least 7 days before the event.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you can’t make it, you’re welcome to transfer your spot to a friend. Just let us know their name so we can welcome them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe workshop will go ahead with a minimum of 4 participants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAny questions?\u003c\/strong\u003e Email \u003ca href=\"mailto:adshishkina.ru@gmail.com\"\u003eadshishkina.ru@gmail.com\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Always Summer Netherlands","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59125339554127,"sku":null,"price":39.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0531\/5713\/4522\/files\/ChatGPTImageOct29_2026_12_32_29PM-2.png?v=1793273580","url":"https:\/\/www.alwayssummer.nl\/nl\/products\/nov-22-blind-sketching-c-o-anna","provider":"Always Summer Netherlands","version":"1.0","type":"link"}