Acrylic Painting Boot Camp!
In this 6 week course, students will learn a variety of different painting techniques and paint along with me as we complete 5 beautiful works of art.
Kendra Malcolm (B.Des)
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What's included
6 live meetings
8 in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Each week I will expect students to practice with acrylic paint in their own time. This is not something that will be marked but it will help them on their painting journey. If a student does not finish a painting in class time I will expect them to finish it for homework. I will ask learners to complete an underpainting before every class. This underpainting should not take more than 10-15 minutes. In faster classes this will be done in class time.Assessment
I will provide helpful feedback if the learner sends me a photo fo their painting in the learner area. If the student does not submit the painting they I can not provide additional, valuable feedback.Class Experience
In this 6 part course, we will focus on a variety of different acrylic painting techniques and paint 5 lovely paintings. (see attachment for photos) On top of acrylic painting techniques, learners will also learn about basic composition and lighting. Week 1: Painting exploration: We will try out a few different painting techniques and experiment with acrylic paints. This class will be all about getting comfortable with the medium and learning. Painting results will be mostly textural. Week 2: We will paint a sunset using blending, dabbing and detail painting Week 3: We will paint a cacti. This class covers light/shadow, blending and dabbing. Week 4: We will paint a pear cactus. This class covers light/shadow, blending and dabbing. Week 5: We will paint a bee on a flower. This class covers loose brushstrokes, directional brushstroke painting and fine detail work. Week 6: We will paint flowers in a jar. These covers scraping, textural painting, lighting, dabbing and detail work These are step by step sessions. I will paint along with my learners and pause for questions after each step. Learners will be following along with me as we paint and interact. Every class gets slightly more difficult and introduces a technique that will be used in the next class. This is a great course for “seasoned” beginners and artists who already know how to paint but want to experiment with acrylics. Students don't need a lot of painting experience, but ideally they will used acrylics a few times before this class.
Learning Goals
Acrylic painting techniques: Blending, dabbing, textural painting, scraping, directional brushstroke work, fine detail painting.
On top of acrylic painting techniques, learners will also learn about basic composition and lighting.
Patience and persistence: Art is a lot of fun, and part of that fun is a rollercoaster of successes and struggles. Students who complete a 6 part class will (hopefully) challenge themselves enough to make mistakes, learn from them, and grow as artists.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Learners will likely need a blow dryer for the first 4 classes.
Supply List
• 8 OR MORE PAINT COLOURS: Yellow, Red, Blue, Green, Orange, Brown, White, Black. Other colours are also welcome! • 6 OR MORE PAINT BRUSH: Thick flat brush = 1in wide. Medium flat brush = 1/3 inch wide. Medium round, hard bristled brush. 2 Medium round, soft bristled brush. 1-2 Very small, thin rounded brush • 6 GOOD PAINT SURFACE: Hard canvases like a canvas board or wood boards are best. Smooth cardboard will also work. I like to paint on The back of cereal boxes Watercolour paper or canvas paper is optional as long as it’s taped down on all four sides to a hard surface before class starts. Please note: Regular Paper will not work. • 4 PRACTICE PAINT SURFACES: I use thin, smooth, sturdy cardboard from a cereal/cracker/cookie box or frozen food box. Size 8x10 is ideal. • PALATE: I use plastic lids from yoghurt or cottage cheese containers • OLD RAG/CLOTH • WATER CONTAINER • PAINTERS TAPE • OLD WALLET CARD (LIKE A GIFT CARD) OR LARGE FLAT PALATE KNIFE. • KITCHEN SPONGE • PENCIL AND ERASER • BLOW DRYER
1 file available upon enrollment
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined May, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree from Alberta College of Arts and Design
I love to teach art, and specialize in drawing (wide variety of styles and techniques), procreate, watercolour, and acrylic painting. When I teach, I like to lead by example. This means that I draw, paint and create with my students. Throughout class I make myself available for questions, assistance and feedback.
I’ve been teaching art for over 5 years, and I have been creating art professionally since 2011. I have illustrated marketing materials for Denny’s, Newman’s Own, Duane Reade, Discovery Children’s Museum, The Mendes Foundation and other clients.
I also have extensive experience in advertising. I’ve been working as an art director (now creative director) for over 17 years. I worked in New York City for 10 years, Cambodia for one, and I currently work remotely out of my home office in Canada. In my advertising career I've made TV commercials, print campaigns, radio spots, online ads, videos and billboards (even some in Time Square.) I love thinking of cool ideas and bringing them to life. I am excited to share this skill with my students.
I believe that art is more than an applicable workplace skill. Art is a form of healthy self-expression and personal reflection. I also believe that art teaches the importance of patience and persistence. It is an education for the mind and soul.
For me, art is meditative. I own dozens of sketchbooks filled with drawings I’ve done throughout the years. Many pages contains a memory, emotion, thought or experience. As a mother, I find additional inspiration through my daughter and new son.
Art is everywhere, if you look for it. Children especially have a gift for finding beauty in the world. I hope to harness this gift so every child in my class can find their own unique, artistic voice.Reviews
Live Group Class
$100
for 6 classes1x per week, 6 weeks
80 min
Completed by 204 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-16
3-7 learners per class
