The Yoga of Drawing: Uniting Body, Mind and Spirit in the Art of Drawing

by Jeanne Carbonetti

By the author of The Tao of Watercolor and The Zen of Creative Painting , this third book in her “Path of Painting” series offers artists of all levels a fresh approach to the art of drawing based on compelling Yoga principles:

• Body: Receiving, Feeling, Sensing, Touching

• Mind: Simplifying, Choosing

• Spirit: Expressing, Exploring, Loving

Genres: Art, Drawing

112 pages, Paperback

First published May 1, 1999

Reviews

[Naomi Ayala]

Fabulous, from cover to cover. Took my time with it and tried out all the reflections and exercises. A keeper.

[Eliel Lopez]

A unique foundational approach to drawing with a twist, utilizing the concept of meditative form. Actually I thought it was more in line with the 'safe harbor' method of meditation than Yoga. Being a balanced individual is essential in all aspects of life. Getting there is a matter of daily practice. How that is acheived depends on the individual. That said, this was somewhat of an interesting read especially if you have some background in martial arts training or meditation excersizes. If not, you might not get into this one.

[Sue]

Not the book necessarily helpful for the absolute novice to drawing or painiting - don't expect colour mixing tips or how to hold a pencil but do expect to be inspired to take up a pencil or paint.
It is a book that asks you to look beyond formulas and preconceptions to make the picture your picture. So while you may indeed draw something that you see in the world the end result goes beyond realism of the object to something that comes from deep inside you, your own picture.
I enjoyed the book, it was very inspiring; the images by the author and students were very beautiful.

[Marissa Ong]

Very easy to read, and apply -- so easy to impress yourself with your version of Modern Art.

Expression is the basis of Art -- it's how it becomes cathartic and therapeutic. It's also fun!