Visual communication is often reduced to "artistic skill," but it is actually one of our most powerful pathways for learning and human connection. In this opening session, Hasan Abbas (Art Lead at GRID-Arendal) invites you to look past technique and instead explore drawing and symbols as doorways into shared understanding.
In this session, we will explore:
- Why "drawing well" is less important than "thinking visually."
- How cultural references and personal history shape the way we see and create images.
- Using simple marks to capture complex environmental and human stories.
The Assignment:
At the end of this hour, Hasan will present a practical creative prompt. You will be invited to test these theories on your own time, focusing on how you make meaning rather than how "pretty" the result is.
- Part 1: 16 April, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM CEST - Register here
- Part 2: 27 April, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM CEST - Register here
Hasan Abbas is Art Lead at GRID-Arendal, where he tells human-centered environmental stories through visual communication. He comes with a strong background spanning animation, illustration, and graphic design to help him bring stories to life.