Drawing Day

Drawing Day is dedicated to the artist inside every person, reminding us all of the joy and freedom that drawing brings.

History

Drawing Day was founded in 2008 by the public organization DrawingDay. The holiday was created to remind everyone of those moments when we picked up crayons, pencils, or markers and created our own masterpieces. Drawing is a great way to escape from the routine of daily life, offering a creative outlet to express one’s inner thoughts and emotions.

Drawing is one of the oldest forms of artistic expression. The first known drawings, small carvings, date back to around 10,000 BC, found in ancient caves. The Egyptians painted scenes of daily life on the walls of their homes and temples. Similarly, the Greeks adorned pottery with drawings.

Once paper became widely available in Europe, drawing became even more popular. Many talented and famous artists emerged, using tools such as ink, pencils, chalk, and charcoal to create detailed outlines, shadows, and textures. Drawing evolved into a respected and cherished art form.

Interesting Facts

Drawing has many interesting aspects:

1. There is a distinction between drawing and painting, even though some of the same tools may be used in both.
2. The first high-quality graphite pencils were invented in 1795.
3. Tube paint was invented in 1841 by American artist John Goffe Rand. Before that, ready-made paints were stored in containers made from animal bladders.
4. Drawing has been part of the Olympic Games in the past.
5. The Chupa-Chups logo was designed by Salvador Dalí. Today, the logo is still used with slight modifications to the original drawing.

When is Drawing Day in 2025?

Drawing Day is observed on May 16 each year.

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