Big Draw: Beyond The Line

On our way back from a meeting in Leeds we happened to pass by the Learning Centre at Leeds Met and spotted this display running along the corridor. Students from the The Leeds School of Contemporary Art & Graphic Design have put together an exhibition which celebrates and promotes the importance of drawing.

The Big Draw was launched in London this year with a festival called 'Drawing on Life.' This marked the start of a month of national drawing events. The educational charity, Campaign For Drawing produces publications for educators which show drawing to be an invaluable part of learning. It's programme The Big Draw has over a thousand venues across the UK all hosting drawing events for enthusiasts of all ages and abilities.

These drawings were painted, etched and drawn onto the glass panels along the side of the library, inspiring passers by to grab a pencil and join in :D

The trail of doodles following along the wall next to the library was stunning. Each sheet spread into the next with a repeater image joining them together.

We found this piece next to the lifts in the library. There was a post-it note that someone had attached to the wall next to it. It said 'Whoever did this, you are amazing! X' We totally agree. This is incredible work; its made up of several sheets of A1 and has been drawn in charcoal - beautiful.

"This annual programme shows that drawing is the perfect medium for observation, self-expression and fun." http://www.campaignfordrawing.org/