The Double-Edged Sword of “Undo”

Don't press that button! (Too many times).

Ok - that may be a bit of dramatic title but I’ve been struggling with drawing and the ability to undo…

I’m using a Pogo Connect stylus for drawing. A wonderful tool that is supported by a large number of programs. A feature of the Pogo Connect, is that its single button can be used undo the last stroke. Repeated presses, will continue to undo other strokes as you go back in time letting you erase any number of brush strokes.

This ability to undo is influencing my drawing. Like the aforementioned double-edged sword, it cuts both ways. The ability to undo, lets me be fearless with my drawing. I’m able to relax while drawing, as there’s no drama in making the brush stroke or pencil line. If it’s not good, I can undo it! The ability to undo is a very liberating feeling.

Where this ability to undo hurts me, says more about me than the technology. With the ability to undo, there’s a temptation to keep trying until it’s perfect. There is, of course, no such thing as the perfect line or stroke. In response to this I've developed a “good enough” philosophy.

In a classroom situation, this ability to undo and redo lines could also be used to demonstrate before/after relationships in a graphical manner.

 

Mr. iPad @ SU - looking to learn and teach!