There is no better way to break down barriers other than through art or on common ground. In today's polarized world, art still holds its power as a universal language capable of fostering understanding and empathy between people from different walks of life. And when coupled with social interaction, art can be the perfect bridge to bring individuals together to change society for the better. One excellent example of such an art form is Draw The Squad.

For those who aren't familiar, Draw The Squad (DTS) is a trend that originated from internet fandom communities (such as fan-fiction writers or comic artists) but evolved into something more inclusive and far-reaching. Draw The Squad starts with a pre-designed composition of several characters in different positions, usually ideal for practice. An artist(s) then takes the framework; puts their aspiring story and context around it, and a new piece of art origin comes out. Not only does the process keep the practicing artist grounded by utilizing foundational concepts composed of linework, designs, motions, but also frees their brainwaves to depict infinite creative stimuli!

Drawing characters is not new, but Draw The Squad provides you an intellectual boundary to breach when telling a mental story. The beauty is that its limitless output then bestows itself to including others, thus laying the groundwork for meaningful collaboration between artists!

In a world struggling with divisions and misunderstanding today, four YouTubers have come up with timely ways to apply Draw The Squad techniques to try and encourage greater understanding, empathy and acceptance:

1. Debby Nude (@_NudeRose_) uses DTS to encourage body positivity and inclusivity.

2. Connor( @cannaecoolinganime) creates anime-inspired characters featuring diverse cultural backgrounds to celebrate the abundant cultural beauty that is unevenly represented throughout popular culture.

3. Rue Benz( @rueitnous ) who prides herself on diversity lifestyle inclusion perspectives content utilizes entirely redesigned character/world models to get everyone pumped into diversifying their lifestyles too.

4. Gabrielle Birlew-Browne (@astrobabygabs), turning an often gruesome activity onhunny gets resurrected through a very cathartic potion consisting of seeking healing within relatable through elegantly designing friends satisfying emotions efficiently portrayed and often to comedic effects.

I dared myself to pen up this article hoping against hope that I could impact somebody -not everybody- towards viewing diversity in a new light. Draw The Squad achieves many of these ideals while giving awesome humans like our quirky quartet a nightly blowout since spontaneous Draw The Squad sessions overtime almost cultivating mental fortitude community-burst energy. Let our quartet build you not only artistically but culturally too. Let us respectfully stress upon the ideal unity in art.

Check out their YouTube channels now and join them as they actively bridge the art gap between different cultures, genders & orientations!

United in Art: Empowering Connections through Draw The Squad is an amazing initiative that celebrates the power of art to bring people together. Through this project, we have had the pleasure of meeting some truly incredible individuals who have each shared their unique and inspiring stories with us.

We hope that by sharing our experiences, we have encouraged you to explore your own creative potential and to seek out connections with others through art. Remember that we are all united in our love for creativity, and that together we can empower one another to reach new heights!

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