Why You Should Stop Taking Selfies (And Draw Them Instead)
We live in a world of filters. With one swipe, you can smooth your skin, brighten your eyes, and pretend you got eight hours of sleep.
But where is the fun in that?
Perfection is boring. Character is interesting. That is why we are trading our phone cameras for pencils this week. We are checking out the Caricature Drawing Workshop.
It’s time to learn the art of exaggeration.
The Most Honest Portrait You Will Ever Make
Most people are terrified of caricatures. We worry they will highlight the things we are insecure about. A big nose. A high forehead. A goofy smile.
But this workshop at the Visual Arts Centre flips that fear on its head. It teaches you that these "flaws" are actually your superpowers. They are what make you you.
In this 2-hour session, you don’t just learn to draw. You learn to observe. You learn how to pick out the one specific feature that defines a person’s face and turn it up to eleven.
It is hilarious. It is liberating. And it is surprisingly therapeutic to laugh at yourself on paper.
What Actually Happens in the Class?
Don’t worry if you can’t draw a straight line. This class is designed for total beginners.
You start with the basics of facial proportions. The instructor shows you how to "break the rules" of anatomy to create comedy. You will learn:
- The Art of Observation: How to spot the unique shapes in a face.
- Expressive Line Work: How to make a drawing feel alive and energetic.
- Exaggeration: How to stretch and squash features without losing the likeness.
By the end of the session, you walk away with a finished piece. It might be a goofy self-portrait. It might be a drawing of your best friend that you can frame as a gag gift.
A Perfect Use for Your Credits
This workshop costs around S$55. That makes it a perfect way to use a chunk of your SG Culture Pass credits without spending a single cent of your own money.
Who is This For?
This isn’t a serious art school class. It is for:
- Couples looking for a date night that isn’t just dinner and a movie.
- Friends who want to roast each other creatively.
- Anyone who needs a break from the seriousness of office life.
The studio is conveniently located right above Dhoby Ghaut MRT. It’s easy to drop in after work or on a weekend afternoon.
Ready to Get Sketchy?
Put down the selfie stick. Pick up a pencil.
You might discover that the funny, exaggerated version of you is actually the most authentic one.