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Raw Drawing

spontaneous and carefree drawing
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Raw Drawing by Alessandro Bonaccorsi explores a philosophy of spontaneous drawing that encourages creativity without inhibition. The book presents a unique technique using signs, lines, and shapes to form a new visual language, helping readers visualise thoughts, express emotions, and develop ideas. It is designed as a practical resource rather than a traditional art class, inviting readers to relax with a pen or pencil and rediscover childlike creativity.

Since 2017, Bonaccorsi has taught numerous courses in Italy, inspiring thousands to embrace this non-judgemental approach to creativity. Raw Drawing gathers his core teachings into one accessible volume for anyone over 14 willing to reconnect with a carefree, imaginative mindset.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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Ideal for aspiring artists, creative individuals, and anyone interested in unlocking spontaneous creativity through drawing. Suitable for readers aged 14 and over who want a refreshing, non-technical approach to art that values expression and the beauty of imperfection.

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A fresh way of approaching drawing, which banishes inhibitions and helps you visualize your thoughts, express your emotions, develop your ideas.

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

As Picasso said: 'It took me a lifetime to paint like a child'.

Raw Drawing is not an art class—it is a unique philosophy and a practical resource that teaches you how to draw spontaneously, embracing creativity without any inhibition. Learn how to use signs, lines, and shapes to create a new visual language: a non-judgemental technique to help you visualise your thoughts, express your emotions, develop your ideas, and, why not, relax with a pen or pencil.

Since he launched the initiative in 2017, Italian artist Alessandro Bonaccorsi has delivered 42 courses across Italy, at which participants have used 25,000 sheets of paper to expand their creativity. This book brings together all of Alessandro's core teachings, making the power and creativity of raw drawing accessible to everyone. The only requirement is that you are over 14 years old and can let yourself become a child again, drawing with a carefree mind.

Use Raw Drawing to get closer to the heart of things, and learn to appreciate the beauty of the spontaneous.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781849945509

Publisher: Batsford

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 June 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Batsford

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 160.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 200

About the Author

Alessandro Bonaccorsi is a visual artisan, graphic oddities designer, gardener of the imagination, and peculiar illustrator based in Italy. He loves conceptual images and colourful oddities. Although he works for a range of clients, including Save the Children, Renault Italy, Max Meyer and Ponte all Grazie, his Raw Drawing initiative is his passion. He started the workshops in 2017 and runs courses all over Italy. So far over 25,000 sheets of recycled paper has been used to expand their creativity. He believes in visual communication as a power for good.

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