Drawing Is Important: A Daily Practice Workshop

Tue, 28 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Thu, 28 May, 2026 at 07:30 pm UTC-07:00

Upstart & Crow | Vancouver

Upstart & Crow
Publisher/HostUpstart & Crow
Drawing Is Important: A Daily Practice Workshop
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Join award-winning illustrator Tom Froese for a relaxed, welcoming workshop inspired by his new book Drawing Is Important.
About this Event

Inspired by his new book, , we’ll explore how small, consistent creative habits can open up new ways of thinking, making, and seeing. Through a series of simple exercises and guided prompts, this workshop will focus on building a sustainable drawing practice. We’ll work through common creative blocks, experiment with approachable techniques, and reframe drawing as something accessible and vital to artistic life.

No prior artistic experience is required!

The registration fee for this event is $10. All proceeds of the event go to Upstart & Crow’s non-profit programming, including writer residencies, book clubs, grants and more. Please RSVP here to reserve your spot.

More about the facilitator:

Tom Froese is an award-winning illustrator, teacher, and speaker. He loves making images that make people smile. Tom’s is known for his lively maps, characters and scenes, created with expressive shapes, bright colours, and printmaking-inspired textures. Since 2013, Tom has worked for brands and businesses all over the world. Esteemed clients include Yahoo!, Airbnb, GQ France, and The Wall Street Journal. He graduated from NSCAD with a Bachelor of Design (honours) in 2009.

More about Upstart & Crow:

Upstart & Crow is a not-for-profit creative studio and literary incubator that champions writers, readers and stories, and the role they play in shaping our lives. We develop original programs, support artists and revel in creative projects focused on Literature In Translation / Climate Solutions / Poetry / Civic Dialogue / Community & Skills Building … all with the aim of elevating the role of literature and storytelling in our lives. Find us on Granville Island, Gibsons and online at upstartandcrow.com.

Accessibility:

The main studio of our shop is accessible for folks with mobility aids. There is a washroom on the main floor available for attendees.

Questions: hello[at]upstartandcrow.com.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Upstart & Crow, 1387 Railspur Alley, Vancouver, Canada

Tickets

CAD 11.98

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