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Mentioned in 11 episodes
Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain
Book • 1979
This book, written by Betty Edwards, is a classic in the field of art instruction.
It teaches readers how to draw by shifting their focus from symbolic thinking to visual perception.
Edwards argues that anyone can learn to draw by accessing the creative potential of the right hemisphere of the brain.
The book includes various exercises such as contour drawings, negative space, sighting, portrait drawings, and working with colors, light, and shadow.
It also features techniques like upside-down drawing to help learners overcome the interference of verbal thinking and engage more fully with the visual aspects of drawing.
The book is highly recommended for beginners and has been praised for its ability to transform one's approach to drawing and artistic expression.
It teaches readers how to draw by shifting their focus from symbolic thinking to visual perception.
Edwards argues that anyone can learn to draw by accessing the creative potential of the right hemisphere of the brain.
The book includes various exercises such as contour drawings, negative space, sighting, portrait drawings, and working with colors, light, and shadow.
It also features techniques like upside-down drawing to help learners overcome the interference of verbal thinking and engage more fully with the visual aspects of drawing.
The book is highly recommended for beginners and has been praised for its ability to transform one's approach to drawing and artistic expression.
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Mentioned in 11 episodes


Martha Beck

43 snips
Real Solutions for Everyday Anxiety & The Evolution of Talking Computers
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, as the book from which 

shared a personal experience of how art helped her overcome anxiety.


Russell Kennedy


Martha Beck

31 snips
110. The Power of Curiosity in Overcoming Anxiety with Dr. Martha Beck
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as a book that helped him learn to draw.


Sabin Howard

24 snips
Sabin Howard: The Intricate Relationship Between Art, Architecture, and the Human Experience
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as a textbook used in her art class, focusing on right-brain techniques.


Martha Beck

16 snips
Martha Beck, PhD: Beyond Anxiety
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as a book they used to learn how to draw.


Russ Roberts

14 snips
Jessica Todd Harper on Beauty, Family, and Photography
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when talking about drawing and creativity.


Martha Beck

Overcoming Anxiety with Martha Beck
Recommended by 

after 

mentioned reading "A Whole New Mind."


Dan Pink


David Allen

Ep. 129: In Conversation with Dan Pink
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as a book about drawing from the right side of the brain.

Michael Beal

Ep. 11 - A Conversation with Margaret Blake - Right Hemisphere Damage and Disorders
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and 

as a book that helped them improve their drawing skills.


Russ Roberts


Sabin Howard

How Do You Capture the Tragedy of War? (with Sabin Howard)
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while discussing his experience in a drawing class.

Tom Vanderbilt

The Value of Learning New Skills in Adulthood
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as a book he is using for a 30-day drawing challenge.

Max Belmont

Is It Too Late to Invest in Gold? with Max Belmont - FEG Insight Bridge