
Make Your Mark: Drawing Improv Workshop | Taught by Greg Benge
Fast-paced, playful drawing prompts build improvisation skills and creative confidence through low-pressure mark making and experimentation. Expect guided exercises, group sharing, and practical techniques for loosening up your linework.
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