Blindfolded Drawing: Pair participants up, with one person blindfolded and the other given a picture to describe. The blindfolded person must then draw the picture based solely on their partner’s verbal instructions. This game emphasizes communication and trust.
Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to play the blindfolded drawing game:
- Gather Participants: Invite people to participate in the game. You need at least two people to play, with one person blindfolded and the other acting as a guide.
- Prepare Materials: You’ll need drawing materials such as paper, pens, pencils, markers, or crayons. Additionally, you’ll need blindfolds or something to cover the eyes of the drawing participants.
- Pair Up: Pair the participants into teams, with one person being the drawer (blindfolded) and the other being the describer (not blindfolded).
- Give Instructions: Explain the rules of the game to the participants. Let them know that the blindfolded person will be relying solely on the verbal instructions of their partner to create a drawing.
- Choose Pictures: The describer (non-blindfolded participant) selects a simple picture or image. It could be anything from a simple shape or object to a more complex scene, depending on the difficulty level desired.
- Blindfold the Drawer: The person who will be drawing is blindfolded to ensure they can’t see the paper or what they’re drawing.
- Describe the Picture: The describer then begins to verbally describe the chosen picture to the blindfolded drawer. They should give clear and detailed instructions on what to draw, including shapes, sizes, positions, and any other relevant details.
- Drawing Process: The blindfolded drawer listens carefully to the instructions and attempts to translate them into a drawing on the paper. They cannot ask questions or clarify instructions; they must rely entirely on the verbal guidance provided by their partner.
- Review and Reflect: Once the drawing is complete, both participants can remove the blindfold and compare the drawing to the original picture. This is usually the fun part, as it often results in amusing and unexpected interpretations.
- Switch Roles: After each round, switch roles so that everyone gets a chance to be both the drawer and the describer.
- Discussion and Debrief: After several rounds, take some time to discuss the experience. Reflect on how effectively communication worked, any challenges encountered, and how trust played a role in the game.
- Enjoy and Have Fun: The most important thing is to enjoy the game and have fun with it. It’s a great way to build teamwork, communication skills, and trust among participants.
Remember to keep the atmosphere light-hearted and encouraging, as the primary goal is to have a good time and strengthen interpersonal connections.