Divya Marie Kato - When In Doubt, Draw - Getting The World Drawing

Summer 2019

20th June 2019 By divyamariekato

“Art is one of the most brilliant tools for making sense of the world and our place in it…

Art is the way human life expresses itself and it’s always been that way. It’s still trying to do the same job that the artists of the Lascaux caves were.”

– Sir Antony Gormley RA, Art For Hope

Summer Art, Tokyo Exhibit, Classes & Events

Summer art events and classes, exhibiting work in July at UEMATSU ウエマツ Tokyo , marking World Refugee Day with an Art For Hope workshop, a birthday ‘selfie’, online drawing courses to try wherever you are this summer and BIG DRAW 2019 news!

Dragon power to you and yours for the second half of 2019!

Love,
Divya x

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**1-31 July 2019 Exhibit Tokyo, UEMATSU, Shibuya**

Excited and grateful for the opportunity to share work that I came to Japan to learn, in my favourite art shop in Tokyo!

1-31 July 2019 Tokyo Art Exhibit, UEMATSU Shibuya

SHUHARI 守破離

In front of Shibuya station, next to HIKARIE

ウエマツ UEMATSU 1-31 July 2019

Exhibition Details & Address: Link to ウエマツUEMATSU here (right outside Shibuya station,1 min walk)

Address: 2-Chome 20-8, Shibuya, Tokyo | Phone: 03-3400-5556

Open: Mon-Sat 10am-7pm (closed Sunday) throughout the month of July.

Dragon Paintings: View Here

Portfolio: View Here

**1-31 July 2019, UEMATSU Shibuya, Tokyo**

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Big Draw Japan Drawing Festival 2019

The world’s largest drawing festival comes back to Japan in TWO locations for 2019! Kyoto September 22nd 2019 & Tokyo October 27th 2019

The Big Draw Kyoto 2019 September 22nd 2019

The Big Draw Tokyo 2019 October 27th 2019

Event Details Here

The Big Draw is the world’s largest drawing festival and we brought it to Japan for the first time in 2017 in the beautiful Toriizaka Art Gallery. In 2018, we collaborated on an award winning event (more on this soon!) with artist Hilary Baker and Ruskin Land in the U.K. for a bilateral, cross-cultural event spanning countries, cultures and time zones!

You’ll not want to miss what we have planned for 2019!

* Mark Your Diaries & Register Now *

Last year, our event was fully booked! To register, please email: info@divyamariekato.com with your name and number of people. Fee: ¥1000.

The Big Draw Japan (Tokyo & Kyoto) 2019 Details Here

See What We Got Up To Last Year Here!

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Birthday Portrait 2019

Happy to be here for another year and very grateful for the wonderful humans in my life – thank you and much love from Japan!

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New Commission

**BATON, Process, 90 x 73, Sumi & Mixed Media, Washi On Board, Private Collection, July 2019, Divya Marie Kato ©**

Commissioned Art | Dragon Paintings | Portfolio

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Drawing Classes

In Person & Online: Details Here

Away For The Holidays?

Enjoy the drawing exercises in my free mini course in my online drawing school:

Divya’s Online Drawing School | Check It Out Here

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World Refugee Week 2019: Take The Quiz!

Famous or not, refugees bring much more than their belongings with them to their new countries.

World Refugee Week Quiz

Yes, I’m biased! These famous refugees are from the art world, but how many can you name?! (answers below)

Art For Hope Workshop June 21st 2019

The theme of the event was demonstrating how small steps can lead to big changes.

Making and selling snacks or selling second-hand shoes can be the difference between borrowing from your neighbour or having a future for your family; providing a simple baby kit with a health message can ensure a child grows up healthy despite the circumstances.

With dishes from recipes sent by beneficiaries in RIJ-funded projects, we discussed how important memories are.

By starting with one line, we began drawings that proved we can all express ourselves through art.

A big thank you to all who came to eat, drink, make art, make merry and help our friends at Refugees International Japan.
Details

**World Refugee Day Art For Hope Workshop 2019**

Answers

Explore the contributions of notable refugees on the World Refugee website (and get your answers!): https://refugeeweek.org.uk/resources/facts-figures-and-contributions/famous-refugees/

Friends in Tokyo, help out our friends at Refugees International Japan.

In just over four decades, Refugees International Japan has provided more than 9 million US dollars to over 700 projects in 50 countries, helping thousands of people rebuild their lives.

Here’s to celebrating 40 years of RIJ and putting the FUN into fundraising!

Art For Hope: A Project Exploring How Art Helps & Heals

“Even on occasion I’ve gone and sat down and done some drawings to cheer myself up…

I think a lot of people should draw… it’s another language in a way…

I think if you draw you find out things that perhaps you didn’t know…

There’ll be something in there that you saw… you will have taken something away”

– Quentin Blake, Big Draw Patron

Get Inspired With More Stories Here

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Divya Marie Kato, Artist & Educator, CEO Atelier Kato Tokyo

Divya Marie Kato, Artist & CEO Atelier Kato Tokyo

Artist & Educator, CEO Atelier Kato Tokyo, Creator, When In Doubt, Draw, Founder, The Big Draw Japan. Paris-born, Tokyo-based, British Indian artist and educator working in Japan since 2005.

Private and public collections, including ANA InterContinental Tokyo, featured in ELLE, The Indian Express, the Royal Society of Arts (RSA), Metropolis and collaborations with international organisations, local communities and schools. (Portfolio here)

Fellow of The Royal Society of Arts, Companion of The Guild of St. George and passionate advocate of drawing.

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Drawing For Work, Life & Play

Drawing Classes In Person, Atelier Kato Tokyo | INFO

The Big Draw Japan Drawing Festival | INFO

Divya’s Online Drawing School | INFO

Divya’s Portfolio | INFO

Services | INFO

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info@divyamariekato.com

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ELLE India Feature

12th August 2018 By divyamariekato

Thrilled and honoured to be featured in ELLE India.

With great thanks to Aman Mehta, Supriya and Neville for making this happen.

Thank you so much for helping me encourage more people to pick up their pencils!

Article Here

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Upcoming Events:

Tokyo September 9th 2018 Bringing Drawing To Work: JALT BizCom SIG Conference, Toyo University, Hakusan

Worldwide September 10th 2018 Webinar: Drawing Q & A Call In

Tokyo September 27th 2018 Ruskin Calling: A collaborative event with RSA JFN, STOCK Takanawa

Tokyo October 28th 2018 Big Draw Japan: A bilateral, UK-Japan art event for the world’s biggest drawing festival

Tokyo November 15th 2018 Drawing Changes Lives: Lakeland University, Shinjuku

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info@divyamariekato.com

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Divya Marie Kato, When In Doubt, Draw

Artist | Drawing | Workshops

Online:
Divya’s Online Drawing School

In Person:
Atelier Kato Tokyo

Commissions & Workshops:
info@divyamariekato.com

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Atelier Kato Opens In Tokyo

22nd January 2018 By divyamariekato

4 Weeks In... Happy January — 4 Weeks In… Happy January

Almost a month into 2018 and waking up to snow falling in Tokyo with much to be grateful for.

To all of our friends and students, thank you for all of your encouragement and support over the past six years.

We’re thrilled to announce the opening of Atelier KATO, our first atelier in Tokyo, this January 2018 and look forward to welcoming you to the new home and HQ of When In Doubt, Draw.

Location: Atelier KATO is centrally located in Yoyogi.

Drawing Classes: Winter Term January 8th – March 31st 2018

Workshops, Events, Commissions & Enquiries: info@divyamariekato.com

Partner Spotlight Article for FEW (For Empowering Women in Japan)

Featured Partner Spotlight

I recently wrote an article for FEW (For Empowering Women in Japan) about how my childhood dream of being an artist led me to Japan, 12 years ago, where I strive to empower people through art, creativity and the simple act of drawing. Article Here

Our second big announcement (and video) has to do with some rather large beasties…

Dragon Commission, Karin Restaurant, ANA Intercontinental

My latest commission for ANA Intercontinental Tokyo opens February 2018 to coincide with Chinese New Year celebrations taking place in their renowned Chinese restaurant, Karin.

The triptych will feature dragons inspired by 2018’s animal – the dog – with a twist that runs into the heart of Karin’s philosophy.

A commission that’s brought me full circle to my early days in Japan, when all I did was dragons! Wee snippet from my diary below.

My sumi ink stone 'imbued' with spirit of dog... — *My sumi ink stone ‘imbued’ with spirit of dog…*

Curious about what goes into creating a piece?

For a sneak peek into process…

here’s a video we made to take you behind the scenes.

To follow the story as it unfolds, keep in touch via DMK Instagram:

Divya’s Drawings & Follow The Commission Here

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Lessons For Year Of The Dog

Our theme for 2018? Eat, sleep, play, repeat.

It really is so simple, incredibly hard to do in a fast paced, attention grabbing world, but the most important thing I learned from my new, four-legged friends, Doris and Lucy.

Life, working as well as personal, is made all the better by paying close attention to these three, simple things.

Thank you Doris and Lucy, for the lessons, the cuddles, helping me out with lots and lots of modelling and for reminding us that all we have is now, now, NOW!

Speaking of slowing down, this radio show really cheered me up! The Power Of Sloth

Ideas For Challenges In The New Year?

Atelier Warming: Thanks To The First Students Of 2018! — *Atelier Warming: First Students Of 2018!*

A special shout out and thank you to Mori-san – my accountant angel and a big part of our team! – for featuring me in your recent newsletter.

Mori-san is a lifelong learner and is always taking up new challenges – marathons and all!

Mori-san:

“I have three challenges in 2018. One of them is attending a drawing course named When In Doubt, Draw… Honestly speaking, drawing a picture has always been kept far aside in my life since graduation from junior high school. However, now I have decided to join the course, being impressed by her deep insights into life and art. I believe it should be a big opportunity for me to find something new…

Once I complete the course, I would like to share what I find in it.”

Friends in Tokyo, if you’re looking for an accountant, look no further! MORI Tax Consulting

Atelier KATO looks forward to welcoming you Mori-san!

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Know someone who still dreams of drawing or painting?

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Draw when you were younger, but left it behind?

Always wanted to draw, but feel you’re not good enough?

Learn more about my drawing classes here

Classes open to all ages and abilities.

Or have a listen to my interview on the Guy Perryman Show here – friends in Tokyo, Guy’s show is the way to wake up!

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When In Doubt, Draw. Divya’s Unique 5 Part Drawing Package.

All the tools, techniques and team you need to be able to draw on your own and in your own style.

Watch Video Here | Download Course Flyer Here

One Sketchbook + One Pencil = A whole world of possibilities.

info@divyamariekato.com

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Diary Excerpt From Commission Research Trip To Ibaraki:

Our taxi pulls up. We turn to each other and smile.

The door opens and excited words rush to mingle with each other as we get in.

It’s the very same driver who rescued us from the rain when we arrived.

The air is warmed by the gentle unwrapping of memories and the light of the orange, afternoon sun.

Our golden thank you hangs in the air long after the door closes and the taxi pulls away.

The train doors close and, as our eyes lose the stretch of platform, we follow our thoughts as they play hide and seek between trees and run across fields and sky.

Recollections rolled into sunset’s soft blanket.

We make our way back to the city.

Our hands find each other and we melt into sleep.

Sleep marinated in the richness of adventure.

This two day trip, filled with more gifts than we could fit into our backpacks, spills into our dreams.

For this weekend, we ran with dragons.

Bridge Street Market 2017: Live Art, Gift Ideas & More!

23rd November 2017 By divyamariekato

Otsukaresamadeshita November! This year, we were honoured to have our own family art and craft stall at Guy Perryman’s annual Bridge Street Market!

Highlights included working with my family, the food (pies, glorious pies!), drinks, live music, meeting the incredible small business owners of Tokyo, listening to the British Embassy Taiko Team and creating a live art piece with Japanese tape artist, Takaomi Inai!

We ran with Guy Perryman’s concept for the market: bridging Tokyo and London and Japan with the world.

1 Japanese Artist + 1 British Artist = 1 Funky Collaboration!

View the inspiring line up of artisans at this year’s Bridge Street Market here on Guy’s website

WATCH OUR LIVE ART VIDEO AT BRIDGE STREET MARKET 2017 HERE

Live Art For Bridge Street Market 2017: Tape Artist Takaomi Inai & Artist Divya Marie Kato

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GIFT IDEAS!

Know someone who still dreams of drawing or painting?

Someone who’d prefer an experience or learning a new skill?

Treat them to a course that’ll kick start 2018 by helping them get their art work in the world!

And, learn more about my drawing classes…

…by listening to my recent interview on the all new Guy Perryman Show!

On every weekday morning from 7am – the best way to wake up!

My Interview On The Guy Perryman Show!

LEARN MORE ABOUT MY DRAWING CLASSES: LISTEN TO MY INTERVIEW ON THE GUY PERRYMAN SHOW HERE (starts about 5 seconds in!)

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When In Doubt, Draw. Divya’s Unique 5 Part Drawing Package.

All the tools, techniques and team you need to be able to draw on your own and in your own style.

Watch Video Here | Download Course Flyer Here

One Sketchbook + One Pencil = A whole world of possibilities.

Email: info@divyamariekato.com and tell us who it’s for.

We’ll make sure it gets to Santa on time 😉

WATCH VIDEO HERE

Drawing Course Gift Package

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OUR BEASTLY, NEW COMMISSION: Follow The Story

WATCH THE COMMISSION UNFOLD: DRAWINGS HERE

Drawing’s still extremely important in museums –

in order to learn from closer connection and observation. I’ve been disappointed that some galleries and museums are not allowing sketching – fellow drawer, Adrian Hogan, was recently told to stop drawing outside a well known, Tokyo gallery, I was told to stop for using an ink pen (to draw something incased in glass) and also for using a pencil (and offered an ETCHER SKETCHER…) – will keep chipping away at this!

#powertothepeople #visualliteracy #whatgalleriesarefor #carryonsketchinginmuseums

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OKAASAN’S AMAZING WREATHS!

I’ve got the best mother-in-law ever!

Fancy sprucing up your home this festive season?

Or learning how to arrange something yourself?

To learn more about Okaasan’s classes or to order (takes 2/3 days) email me at: info@divyamariekato.com

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*When In Doubt, Draw: Bringing Art Home*

Always wanted to draw, but think you’re not good enough?

Draw when you were a kid, but left it behind?

Heard all these great things about creativity…

But don’t know where to start or it’s been a while?

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Email For Availability & To Book For 2018: info@divyamariekato.com

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Our Big Dream

31st July 2017 By divyamariekato

Our Big Dream: To Get The Whole World Drawing

Students from all ages, background and abilities — *Students from all ages, backgrounds and abilities*

Why?

“Thank you for reconnecting me to this part of myself.” – Judy

“Thank you for bringing art and peace into my life!” – Daria

“Drawing is meditation – I’d like to recommend it as a great way of living.” – Akiko

“I was curious about how drawing would help me with my doubt..I was scared to draw before, now I understand that every drawing has infinite possibilities!” – Barbara

“My door of happiness opened…it’s more than just drawing. It’s magic! It’s totally worth experiencing this new world.” – Megumi Hagiuda, Founder, Afrika Rose

“Thank you Divya and Masa! It was a great session and very useful to switch the brain….I certainly had a lot of fun!” – Cassandra, President ResMed Japan 2017

*Releasing Stress, Getting Together & Having Fun!*

Art For A Cause

Sometimes problems are so big we feel helpless.

“…exactly what we were seeking…to communicate to protect the area, but to share how local people are feeling…

a beautiful introduction to the issue we care strongly about and were hoping to share with our customers in a positive way.” – Maho Takahashi, LUSH Japan

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Art: Powerful Medicine

Read Nicci Gerrard’s Article for The Guardian Here

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Sometimes things happen beyond our control.

Volunteering Painting Weekend with the BCCJ & Artist Shuhei Sakimura following the 3/11 earthquake and tsunami — *Volunteer Painting Weekend with the BCCJ & Artist Shuhei Sakimura following the 3/11 earthquake and tsunami*

*Ink Pen Drawings for Tokyo Helps Tohoku Fund Raiser*

“…our school’s charity fund raiser in which money was raised for two Sendai kindergartens that were devastated by the tsunami…

through a large scale art mural created in collaboration with our students.”

Mixed Media Fund Raiser Mural Created In Collaboration With Students — *Mixed Media Fund Raiser Mural*

We Can Create

*Dokkyo University Empowerment Programme*

Out of nothing.

We can make…

Something that stirs the soul.

Something that inspires.

Something that has the power to move others too.

“For many, this was one of the most fulfilling and memorable events at the school all year!”

Ellen Motohashi, Dokkyo University

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We can celebrate.

“I got to walk around town feeling proud of my colourful lotus belly. It was both a relaxing and a healing experience.” – Joanna

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We have a way of getting together.

Of finding a way tforward.

We can highlight what’s important to us.

We have a way of expressing and reflecting. We’ve had it for a while. It’s in our roots.

A way of healing, processing and connecting. To a much bigger picture.

Empowering ourselves and others in the process.

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Sometimes We’re At A Crossroads

*Turning Points: Who Are You When Life Changes?*

Decisions…

Directions…

And Change Can Be Scary.

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“Drawing – something I had always wanted to try.

Actually I was convinced I couldn’t draw at all! It was so scary for me in the beginning.

But somehow, step by step, I just started feeling more relaxed about it and drawing became a certain mindset…I am much happier now about how my life is going.” – Ellis

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“Love my drawing class and teacher… I can now remember my positive feeling of drawing like as childhood!” – Hisaka

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“This was such a fun, inspiring, supportive group of women. I’m so happy I went on this journey with them.

Thank you Divya for bringing us all together and helping us see what we’re capable of.” – Jenny

“Thanks a lot for being you in front of me…who was in search of myself at that time.” – Nirmin

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Discovery Through Process

“My rose sketch sits on my desk and it is reminding me of many things, but mostly, “Stop JUST thinking. Take action.” I think that is what I need to keep telling myself more than anything right now.” – Ruth

*Drawing For Joy, Inspiration & Discovery*

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As Adults, We Often Lose Sight Of Our Creativity. Why?

Vulnerability = Creativity & Innovation

“85% of the men and women we’ve interviewed, 13,000 pieces of data, 85% can recall a time in school that was so shaming, it forever changed how they thought of themselves as learners.

50% of those stories involved art and creativity.

Now today I get asked to go into corporations, organisations and the number one problem is – there’s no innovation, we don’t understand what’s going on.

Without vulnerability, there can be no creativity, there can be no innovation.

Without failure, which is maybe the ultimate experience of vulnerability… there can never be innovation.”

– Dr Brené Brown, best-selling author, speaker and research professor, University of Houston Graduate College of Social Work speaking at the RSA Watch It Here

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Always wanted to draw, but think you’re not good enough?

Draw when you were a kid, but left it behind?

Heard all these great things about creativity…

But don’t know where to start or it’s been a while?

Our Dream: Getting The World Drawing.

Why?

Drawing Transforms Lives.

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Drawing Classes, Workshops & Training 2017-2018

2017 Registration Closing

Applications for September-November 2017

Classes. Workshops. Training. Register For Availability: info@divyamariekato.com

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What’s Changed?

“Seeing things I’ve seen before – in a totally different way.”

“Making marks, focusing on the moment…the connection between humans and nature.”

“Meeting new friends! New styles, differences and opportunities!”

“I used to draw a little before – but now my mind set has changed. I see things differently.”

“More delight, confidence, recognition and sharing.”

“Accepting the world as it is. Trying to have a different point of view when I have difficulties.”

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Birthday Month & Summer 2017

14th June 2017 By divyamariekato

Welcome to summer friends!

June was my birthday month and with the world going mad, there’s only one thing for it, I’m determined to celebrate everything – especially the strength of the human spirit.

Re-sparking, Reflecting & Reconnecting

This came up in conversation with a new friend – we talked about the importance of sparking ideas and inspiration, of reflection and time spent looking inward and getting people together around a shared vision.

Here’s to hope, each other and giving each day all we’ve got.

Team DMK took a short break for my birthday month and look forward to seeing you again for…

Our Art Road Show 2017 (more info below)

And…

An incredibly exciting announcement! (Stay tuned)

Wishing you a happy summer with those you love and the very best in all you do. Tokyo friends, stay cool!

DMK x

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Meet The Graduates

Drawing Class Party June 18th 2017 — *Drawing Class Art Party June 18th 2017, Afrika Rose Hiroo*

They Did It!

Exhibition Party at Afrika Rose, Hiro-o: Feel The Moment, Focus On The Process
The wonderful graduates from this year’s Spring Course curating their own exhibition!

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Marketer, consultant, manager, flower arrangement teacher, mother, entrepreneur, radio broadcaster…

My students come from different professions, backgrounds and countries. They’re also different ages with different stories.

The one thing that I find most, is that people always seem to find me during a transition. (one on the outside, or one on the inside.)

It’s been the greatest joy getting to know them, watching them getting to know each other and seeing them push forward. A big thank you to all who joined this celebration of their work!

Here’s what a few of them had to say:

Why did you sign up for these drawing classes?

I wanted to see inside of myself. The classes were recommended by my friend.

I heard what a friend had learned and wanted to experience it too.

I wanted to find another way of expressing concepts.

What did you enjoy the most?

Seeing things I’ve seen before – in a totally different way.

Meeting new friends! New styles, differences and opportunities!

Making marks, focusing on the moment and just doing it and the connection between humans and nature.

How was the teacher?

Lots of power!

Healing.

Gave us positive energy.

What’s changed after taking this course?

I used to draw a little before – but now my mind set has changed. I see things differently.

Accepting the world as it is. Trying to have a different point of view when I have difficulties.

More delight, confidence, recognition and sharing. Drawing is meditation – I’d like to recommend it as a great way of living.

Spring Course Party 2017 — *Spring Course Art Party 2017*

DRAWING CLASSES 2017:

***2017 COURSES LIMITED PLACES: Register here for availability in 2017 or to get onto the waiting list for 2018 – info@divyamariekato.com ***

GROUP CLASSES Afrika Rose Hiro-o & Tokyo American Club Azabu* (*TAC Members Only)
***Spring/Summer Booked*** Autumn Courses Begin September 2017***

***REGISTRATION CLOSING: info@divyamariekato.com***

1-1 CLASSES YOYOGI

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Tokyo American Club: September 2017. *TAC Members Only Register: TAC website
1-1 Classes: Flexi Schedule. Location Yoyogi. Email to book.
Group Classes at Afrika Rose Hiro-o: ***Registration Closing. Starts September 2017
REGISTER: info@divyamariekato.com

From “I want to draw again…” to “I’m more open minded, I want to draw more, I’m more creative and I enjoy life even more – I want to continue my art journey!”

“Dear Divya, thank you for teaching me about drawing! I’ve learned a lot from your workshop, “When in doubt, draw!” I had mixed feelings about drawing, but now I see the possibilities of creating a piece of art by looking at nature and persevering with my work. Spending Friday afternoons with you has enriched my life!” – Barbara

Registering Now: info@divyamariekato.com

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ART ROAD SHOW 2017

Divya Marie Kato has been spreading creativity across Japan for over 12 years through her classes and workshops and now…she’s bringing them home for the summer holidays! Her art parties, designed and delivered for your family at home, have been wildly popular and include: custom themes, art activities for children to enjoy with friends and parents alike, face and body painting, music and more!

Dates: July 17th – August 25th 2017 – 6 week summer travelling art show!

Where: Homes across Japan

Details: info@divyamariekato.com

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Our Mural Found A Home!

VIDEO: 6 Metre Mural For Japan’s International Rose & Gardening Show 2017

A big thank you to Donald and Hideo for opening up their home and beautiful rose garden to me. I made many of my preparatory drawings here, for our 6 metre mural, for Japan’s International Rose & Garden Show.

The mural now lives in the rose garden – thank you Jennie for this picture! – and if you haven’t seen this garden yet, it’s magic. I have a feeling our mural will be very happy there. You can watch a time lapse movie of the mural painting here

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RSA Japan

Since attending a few events last year, I made the decision to join RSA Japan this year – a big thank you to RSA Japan Connector, Tania Coke, for encouraging me to come and find out more!

Not only did I leave each meeting inspired and energised, but also hopeful and motivated.

Creative ideas really do empower the world.

The team has been training to explore our edges and grow, both as individuals and as a team. I’m learning a lot through the events they offer – like this one we did on Brexit and this one on Loghouse Living

Our current series of events is called Going Beyond Ideas – for more about the RSA Japan Fellows Network Click Here

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Art Parties & Creativity Workshops
Ideal for schools, company team builds and birthdays!

People often ask who can join my classes: “Drawing for all!”

My classes and workshops are open to all ages, backgrounds and abilities. They can be tailored for your next team build or brought to your home for your next birthday celebration and are bilingual in English and Japanese.

Best thing’s to email me with what you’re after –

Classes? Workshop? Team Build? Birthday Party? Commission? info@divyamariekato.com

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My Interview With Helen Iwata Of Sasuga! Communications: How Your Expertise And Enthusiasm Can Lead To Miscommunication

Divya Marie Kato FRSA, Artist & Founder of When In Doubt, Draw

Thrilled to be interviewed by my friend and president of Sasuga! Communications, Helen Iwata! She’s the one I went to in order to prepare for an important presentation and the best part was that people noticed – the work pays off!

How Your Expertise And Enthusiasm Can Lead To Miscommunication

Read the full interview here

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Drawing A Day For May & Recent Drawings

Sketching Shibuya Scramble: DMK Drawings On Instagram

Drawing A Day For May may be over…but the drawings continue! All Divya’s recent drawings here on the DMK Instagram

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Drawing Classes & Workshops 2017

***2017 COURSES LIMITED PLACES: Register here for availability in 2017 or to get onto the waiting list for 2018 – info@divyamariekato.com ***

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“My art teacher Divya taught me so much! My door of happiness opened thanks to her lesson. It’s more than just drawing. It’s magic!!! It’s totally worth experiencing this new world. So beautiful!”

– Megumi Hagiuda, Afrika Rose Tokyo

“It’s 2017 and I am back to draw!!! It’s been a while…anyone living in Tokyo wanting to take up a drawing class, Divya Marie Kato’s drawing class maybe the perfect choice!”
– Alicia Naruse, Paradiddle Lifestyle Tokyo

“Tuesday’s class was again very fun and eye-opening. It continuously gave me energy for the rest of week. It actually infected to people surrounding me because I laughed a lot. I think drawing provides healthily power to human!” – Akiko

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全5回 5 Class Group Course:
NEW YEAR COURSE 冬レッスン: ***FULLY BOOKED***
SPRING COURSE 春レッスン: 4/4, 4/18, 5/9, 6/6, 6/13 ***FULLY BOOKED***
AUTUMN COURSE 秋レッスン: 9/21, 9/26, 10/10, 10/24, 11/7 **REGISTRATION CLOSING JULY 31ST 2017**

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Email: info@divyamariekato.com to reserve your place for Group Classes in Hiro-o and 1-1 Classes in Yoyogi.

CLASS DETAILS CLICK HERE

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As adults, we often lose sight of our creativity:

Always wanted to draw, but think you’re not good enough?

Did you draw before when you were a kid, but now you’ve left it behind?

Heard all these great things about creativity and drawing and how it helps you release stress, problem solve, spark ideas…but you don’t know where to start or it’s been a while?

Well, did you know that drawing’s the easiest way to get it back?

Drawing For Empowerment at Blossom Blast 2017! — *Creative Empowerment At Blossom Blast 2017!*

Through drawing, we can rediscover our creative selves and receive inspiration, empowerment, happiness, creativity and joy in the process. Drawing’s also frequently used in forms of art therapy, personal and professional development, for its cathartic, stress releasing and idea sparking properties.

Pick up a pencil. Start and see. I’ll show you how. Click Here For A Video On What You’ll Learn

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And…things just got even better! Want us to bring creativity to your home or office?

Divya’s now partnered with her husband, Masahiro Kato, to be able to deliver workshops bilingually. The British-Japanese husband and wife team are combining their shared experiences of creative living around the world, in order to being creativity to your home or workplace.

These are workshops with a difference and the experience will be an unforgettable one for your family or for your team. Creativity workshops click here

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