Why not have a go at developing your drawing skills by drawing every day over a fortnight? The festival starts on Monday 30th September.

 

Join hundreds of others who will be picking up their pencils and pens (and all sorts of other things), and following the call of ‘Go Draw!’

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Just lay your hands on your free Go Draw drawing booklet (or use your own), and each day draw a picture on the given theme - it's as simple as that!

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Some questions that you might be asking:

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I can’t draw, how do I join in?

Everyone can draw – perhaps not as well as they would like - but they can draw! Every day there will be ideas, examples and inspiration to help you along the way! Whatever you do, don't think you are not good enough - you are!

 

What do I draw?

Each day will have a different theme, with some examples to help. These will be published daily on line, hope fully the idea will inspire you to Go Draw!

 

What do I use to draw with?

You can use anything you like! Pencils, pens, crayons whatever you feel comfortable with! We always recommend that you draw in a drawing book (you don’t lose all those bits of paper). You can get a completely free, limited edition, Go Draw drawing booklet, made exclusively for this event. See below for how to order one.

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Who is Go Draw aimed at?

Absolutely everyone. Even the very young can make marks on paper and there is no top age limit to drawing... it really is something that anyone can take part in.

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Do I need to let you know I am taking part?

No, you can just Go Draw! 

But, it would be good to know. There will be daily themes to help you on line on the website, on Facebook, and if you sign up to the mailing list right into your inbox! (see below)  Don't forget to share your pictures on social media! Our Facebook page can be found HERE

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Do I have to draw every day?

It works better if you do! But we realise that sometimes life gets in the way of even the best intentions! Don’t worry …  just Go Draw the next day!

 

Who is organizing Go Draw?

The Artroom is a well-established centre for art, working with both adults and children, in groups and in schools and with individuals. The Artroom is delighted to be organising yet another exciting community project - Go Draw!

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Can I get all the information, and the daily themes posted straight into my email box?

Yes! You can! If you sign up to the Go Draw Clacton Mailing list. Leading up to the event there will me more information and some useful tips and advice. During the event you will get a daily email telling you about the theme for the day and ideas to get you going. CLICK HERE to join the mailing list.

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Is this a competition, what are the prizes?

No, there is no competitive element to this festival. Everyone is drawing for fun, at their own level! No one is judging what you do. It is for everyone!

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How do I get the free drawing book?

The drawing books are available for free.

Just pop into Clacton Art, Craft & Model Centre  (93 Pier Avenue) or the Pop Up Art  Gallery (formerly 'The Little Card Shop Central Parade, Rosemary Road)in Clacton town centre and pick up your free drawing book!

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Many thanks to them for supporting Go Draw. (When you are there why not pick up some lovely art materials - or some lovely artwork!)

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Alternatively if this is difficult you can have it posted to you for the cost of the postage. Click HERE to go to the online shop where you can order.

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Do I have to use the official Go Draw drawing booklet??

No, not at all!... just draw in or on whatever you want!... just Go Draw!

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Can schools take part in Go Draw?

There is nothing stopping any one drawing... It is hoped that in 2025 there will be a special Go Draw in School!

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Have lots of fun, and challenge yourself to draw every day .. and beyond! it's going to be so exciting to see what can create this year!