We began with introductions. I went to each class with my sketchbooks and showed how I use a sketchbook as a site of collection, experimentation and reflection; a place to describe, take risks, analyze and represent through visual and textual languages. We talked about drawing from observation as evidence of careful looking. I passed out a collection of natural objects to each group. Each student chose an object and explored it with the senses for a few minutes before drawing with fine black marker. Slowing down, noting details, patterns and textures was encouraged in an enlarged format.
We all drew together. Sketchbooks were provided for parent volunteers so they could also participate in exploring these objects with us. Although initially it took a little convincing, this parent's participation in the process supported the feeling of collaborative discovery.
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