A 2-day online and self-directed experience to learn to draw a system. Join this program to explore the intersection of drawing and systems.

Overview

This program teaches a hands-on and iterative method of drawing systems, to gain an understanding of leverage points for change. This method, called Systems Scribing, can be applied at a personal, community, organizational, or institutional level. This is a new, tangible approach to representing dynamics, occurring in the moment and over time. This discipline develops a critical skill to facilitate a system’s ability to see and sense itself, as well as crystalize ideas into action. This program is designed for all levels of drawing experience.

What this program will provide

Participants will:

  • learn the basics of the Systems Scribing method.
  • develop confidence in putting pen to paper to draw a system.
  • reflect on their drawing with the system scribing canvas.
  • iterate the drawing to evolve their understanding of the system and their role in it.
  • engage with the system in a more conscious and intentional manner.
  • be part of an online community space to support your learning journey.

Logistics

Day 1 | Offline/Self-directed: Self-paced practices with pre-recorded videos and reading materials around systems thinking and scribing—along with a drawing exercise to prepare for the live session.

Day 2 | Online/Group: A 90-minute live Zoom call with guided, hands-on drawing practice, peer-to-peer conversation, and large group question and answer. (Recording of the live session will be available for those who cannot make it.) This will be followed by sharing of images in the community platform, with real-time feedback from faculty and peers for one week following the live session.

There will be 2 live sessions offered: 12:00-1:30pm EST (check your time) and 7:00-8:30pm EST (check your time).

Technological Requirements: To participate in the live session, you will need to have video or audio access to Zoom. You will also receive an invitation to an online community platform called Mighty Networks where you can complete the self-directed learning.

Materials: You will want to be prepared to draw during the live session on November 9. This can include: any size and type of surface you would like to work on, crayons, markers, pencils, or digital tablets.

Registration

Fees

Please choose a rate in accordance with your country and the strength of its economy, and based on your overall financial situation. Should either of the below rates not be feasible, please reach out to the team.

  • Standard Rate $200 | This rate applies to full participation for people in countries with globally-considered strong economies/currencies, who experience a steady personal or professional financial situation. Your registration will help support others to participate.
  • Reduced Rate $100 | This rate applies to online-offline participation for people in countries with globally-considered moderate economies/currencies, who experience an uncertain personal or professional financial situation.
  • Scholarship on Request Email contact@kelvybird.com
  • Alumni 50% discount Email contact@kelvybird.com
Click "Register" above to purchase the tickets.

 

Cancellation Policy

Fees will be refunded for all cancellations received in writing before October 28, 2022. No refunds will be granted after that date.

"The drawing aspects of this workshop attracted me. I have come to realize as someone with a position of leadership within a system I spend too much time in my head - locked into overthinking and analyzing. It was refreshing to have the chance to view my work and my context through a new and more creative window. The workshop helped me realize that my relationship with the system had become too small, tight, and stuck. I needed to step back and take a more expansive view - the view from the edge in and outward. This is a place I feel more comfortable occupying. Thank you for reminding me where my skill and giftedness are best served". - Tony Nolan
"This sessions opened for me a new way of understanding the world". - Salvador Pérez
"It was an outstanding experience to share with a lot of people and create together with a wonderful systems thinking!" - Camila Valenzuela
"The Drawing Systems: Enhancing Perspective Program allowed me to abandon thought patterns and begin sensing before drawing. Thank you all for allowing me to be part of this amazing experience. - Juan Carlos Guzmán". – Dov Tsal
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