Introduction to Composition in Drawing

This activity was suggested by Yumi Okuda. It acts as an unusual introduction to composition in drawing and enables pupils to explore the sketchbook page as a space, encouraging experimentation with drawing, composition and scale.

Introduction to Composition in Drawing


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