“The artist has to be a guardian
of the culture.”
-Robert Longo
Objective:
Create a painting without using the sense of sight.
Details:
For those of us who are sighted, the prospect of painting without using our eyes is probably a new one. Good! Let’s use that to our advantage, step out of our comfort zone and create not just a unique piece of art, but also a unique experience! (If you’re blind, contact us! Let’s work together to to make this objective fun for you as well!)
1) Gather your materials. You’ll need:
Paint. Any kind of paint will do, although you may want to consider something washable!
Important: This objective requires the use of paint! Please don’t substitute for another medium.Paint Brush
Canvas or paper
(Optional) A drop cloth or some other way to help minimize mess
(Optional) Clothes you don’t mind getting messy
A blindfold
2) Set up your studio! You’ll want to set up your canvas, paints and brushed in a way that will help facilitate using them without sight. You should also consider setting up in a manner that minimizes mess!
3) Blindfold yourself. Make sure to make sure your blindfold is secure, and that you truly can’t see.
4) While blindfolded, create your painting! Take your time with this and do your best despite utilizing one less sense.
5) Take a photo of your finished painting and share it on Instagram or Twitter with the tag #QuestScouts. Alternatively, you can also share your art in our Facebook group.
6) Reflect on your experience in the comments below by answering the following questions:
Describe the experience of painting without sight? Did you notice anything interesting? Did you have a good time?
How did your painting come out? What aspects about the painting do you, or do you not, like?
