People I (Mostly) Admire 110. Drawing from Life (and Death)
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Jul 22, 2023 Wendy MacNaughton, an artist and graphic journalist with work featured in the New York Times, shares her poignant insights on art and mortality. She discusses drawing hospice residents and the lessons learned from her time in Rwanda and Guantanamo Bay. Wendy emphasizes the therapeutic power of art in facing grief while encouraging the embrace of imperfection. The conversation also highlights the importance of incorporating fun and creativity into life post-pandemic, revealing how joy can coexist with the heavier themes of life and death.
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Drawing vs. Photography
- Unlike photography, drawing doesn't create a barrier between people.
- Drawing becomes a shared experience, capturing the energy of the moment.
Steve Levitt's Childhood Drawing Experience
- Steve Levitt recalls his art teacher criticizing his drawing of a monster in fifth or sixth grade.
- This experience made him self-identify as someone who cannot draw.
The Impact of Early Judgment on Drawing
- Judgment from adults at a young age can make people believe they can't draw.
- MacNaughton encourages embracing imaginative drawing, like a monster with side-body arms.
