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Creative Drawing Exercise

SUBJECT + SETTING

Combine two random words into one drawing. Think creatively about how the subject and setting could interact.

TIME LEFT
03:00
READY?
CARD 01
SUBJECT
HORSE
What are you drawing?
+
CARD 02
SETTING
ISLAND
Where is it happening?

Drawing Exercise

You will receive two random words: a Subject and a Setting. Use both words to create one drawing. You have 3 minutes to explore your idea before the next pair appears.

There is no single correct solution. Your interpretation can be realistic, funny, surreal, symbolic, or completely unexpected.

âœĻ USE BOTH WORDS âœĻ 3 MINUTES âœĻ THINK CREATIVELY âœĻ KEEP IT LOOSE

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