After School Art Club for Ages 8-12 (Ongoing)
Relax and unwind after a busy day with some fun arts and crafts projects! This subscription-based course offers unique projects each week with minimal art experience required.
Sarah Smithers
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(512)
What's included
1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
This ongoing subscription art club allows students to explore different art mediums and projects in a low pressure, student-centered environment. Each week students will complete a different art project with step-by-step teacher guidance. Students are encouraged to add their own unique flair to each project through color choices and other project variations. No previous art experience is required. Students should be able to hold a paint brush, utilize coloring supplies, and operate scissors with or without adult assistance. Younger students or those with learning differences may require adult assistance. Please let me know of any accommodations before class begins. Project and supply lists will be posted to the classroom in advance. Projects include drawing, painting, abstract art, paper crafts and texture exploration. Basic student supply list: Art pad/art quality paper (anything thicker than printer paper) - 11x14 is recommended Pencil with eraser Markers/Crayons/Colored pencils Black Sharpie Construction paper Acrylic paint (craft paint works well!) Watercolor paint Paintbrushes in various sizes Scissors Glue Projects By Month Sept. 12-16 : Polar Bear Directed Drawing Large sheet of art paper (I use 11x14) Pencil with eraser Black marker Coloring supplies (I will demonstrate some basic shading with gray crayon or pencil) Sept. 19-23: Primary Color Creations White art paper - any size Coloring supplies (I prefer markers): red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple Pencil with eraser Black marker Sept. 26-30: Optical Illusion Hearts White drawing paper Ruler Pencil with eraser Black marker Coloring supplies Oct. 3-7: Layered Snowman 2 sheets of white paper 8x10 or larger Blue crayons or colored pencils (can use various shades) Pencil with eraser Scissors Glue Scraps of construction paper for scarf and arms Additional coloring supplies for decorations and details Oct. 10-14: Cake Pop Art White drawing paper Pencil with eraser Ruler (optional, but helpful) Coloring supplies - Chalk pastels would be great for this project, but not necessary Oct. 17-21: Rolled Paper Roses Construction paper: Black, brown, green, roses (any color), background (any color) Pencil Scissors Glue Optional, but helpful: Small paintbrush handle or toothpick to help roll roses. Oct. 24-28: Pumpkin Painting Acrylic paint: Red, orange, yellow for pumpkin. Green and/or brown for stem. White art paper Paintbrush, water, paper towel NO CLASS THE WEEK OF OCT. 31 Nov. 7-11: Paper Plate Lovebirds Paper plate (No coating or foam please!) Acrylic paint - color choices made by the student Scraps of construction paper for wing, beak, and legs Scissors Glue - liquid is best for this project Nov. 14-18: Cupcake Liner Flower Bouquet Approx. 12 cupcake liners (We use 4 per flower.) Scissors Green construction paper Glue Background paper - any color NO CLASS THE WEEK OF NOV. 21 Nov. 28-Dec. 2: Watercolor Mountain Mixed Media White art paper Watercolor paint - a variety of colors Construction paper in "mountain color" - some good choices are purple, brown or black 2-3 cotton balls for snow Pencil with eraser Glue Scissors Paintbrush, water and paper towel Dec. 5-9: Echo Art Tulips Art paper Pencil with eraser Black marker Coloring supplies Dec. 12-16: Colorful Chameleon Directed Drawing Art paper Pencil with eraser Black marker Coloring supplies Ruler (optional, but helpful) Dec. 19-23: Mountain Sunset Art paper or canvas Acrylic Paint - black, red, orange, yellow, white Paint brush, water, paper towel SPRING SEMESTER (JAN. - APR.): Jan. 9-13: Snowy City Directed Drawing White art paper Pencil with eraser Ruler Black marker Coloring supplies Jan. 16-20: Mosaic Landscape Construction paper: Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Blue, and Brown White art paper Glue We will be tearing paper with our hands for this project. Learners who have fine motor differences may choose to use scissors or have adult assistance. Jan. 23-27: Mixed Media Winter Night White art paper Acrylic paint: blue and white (could also use purple and white) Black construction paper Pencil with eraser Scissors Glue Paintbrush, water and paper towel Jan. 30-Feb. 3: Toucan Directed Drawing White art paper Pencil with eraser Black marker Coloring supplies Feb. 6-10: Stained Glass Art White art paper Watercolor paint in various colors Pencil with eraser Ruler Black crayon (or another dark color) - Crayola works best Feb. 13-17: Pointillism Turtle White art paper Pencil with eraser Circle traceable, such as a bowl - optional Acrylic paint: green, yellow, other colors for details as desired Q-tips - approx. 5 depending on use Feb. 20-24: Rolled Paper Spring Tree Craft Art paper Glue - liquid works best Scissors Construction paper in 2 "spring" colors and green for leaves (This can be scraps. We don't need much!) Acrylic paint: light blue and black Paint brushes : small and large are recommended Water and paper towel NO CLASS WEEK OF FEB. 27 March 6-10: Spring Chick Painting Art paper - I suggest 11x14 or larger Watercolor paint or acrylic paint in pastel colors Paintbrush, water, paper towel Pencil with eraser Black marker - I would recommend a permanent marker if available. March 13-17: 3D Paper Plate Flowers 3 paper plates - cheaper the better! No foam or coating please. Scissors Glue - Liquid is best Pencil with eraser Paint in a variety of colors for flowers. I suggest acrylic/craft paint, but watercolor works well too. (It may take longer to dry!) Scraps of construction paper for the flower center - optional, but fun! March 20-24: Frog Directed Drawing White art paper Pencil with eraser Black marker Coloring supplies March 27-31: Abstract Art - Lines, Shapes and Color White art paper Black marker Ruler and/or circle traceables - optional (You may also wish to tape down your paper with masking tape and cardboard.) Apr. 3-7: Warhol-Inspired Pop Art White art paper Ruler Pencil with eraser Black marker Coloring supplies Apr. 10-14: 3D Hand Optical Illusion White art paper Pencil with eraser Ruler Black marker Coloring supplies Apr. 17-21: Sunflower Acrylic Painting Water, paper towels, and a "palate" for paint (tin foil, wax paper, or a paper plate works well) Canvas or heavy-duty art paper (11x14 is recommended, but any size is ok) 3 paint brushes: 1 wide, 1 medium, 1 small for detail work Acrylic paint (Craft paint is fine. It can be found at Michael's for $.70) White Black Students may use whatever color scheme they like for their flowers. I used pinks and purples. **This is an ongoing subscription. Payment is charged each Sunday before class meets. If a class isn't scheduled for the week, you will not be charged. If you aren't able to attend a week's session, you can unsubscribe before the weekend to avoid being charged for the upcoming session. It isn't possible to hold your seat without payment for the week. Videos will be available for students who aren't able to attend the live class.** Class recordings are available after processing, typically 4 hours after class ends. *All class times are approximate. Class length varies based on student ability and the number of enrolled learners. Classes are designed so that they will not run longer than the time allotted.* *Late/Missed Class Policy* All courses will begin on time as long as one learner is in the classroom. In the event that no students are in the classroom at the assigned class time, the teacher will leave a message on the discussion board and exit after 10 min. Class recordings are not guaranteed if no learners are present.
Learning Goals
Students will learn to follow step-by-step directions and explore different art styles and mediums.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
No previous art experience is required. Students should be able to hold a paint brush, utilize coloring supplies, and operate scissors with or without adult assistance. Younger students or those with learning differences may require adult assistance. Please let me know of any accommodations before class begins.
**This is an ongoing subscription. Payment is charged each Sunday before class meets. If a class isn't scheduled for the week, you will not be charged. If you aren't able to attend a week's session, you can unsubscribe before the weekend to avoid being charged for the upcoming session. It isn't possible to hold your seat without payment for the week. Videos will be available for students who aren't able to attend the live class.**
Supply List
The following supply list is intended to give parents an idea of what items may be needed each week. A detailed supply list will be provided in the classroom and in the course description above. Basic student supply list: Art pad/art quality paper (anything thicker than printer paper) - 11x14 is recommended Pencil with eraser Markers/Crayons/Colored pencils Black Sharpie Construction paper Acrylic paint (craft paint works well!) Watercolor paint Paintbrushes in various sizes Scissors Glue
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined September, 2017
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree from Bowling Green State University
Hello everyone! My name is Sarah and I am a formerly licensed Language Arts teacher based in Ohio who has completed graduate level work in reading intervention. I received my degree from Bowling Green State University with a major in Liberal Studies - focus on English. I am also the mother of three lovely kids who keep me on my toes! I taught for several years in the public school system, but left because I longed for the flexibility and fluidity of true learning. I believe that children should be allowed to express themselves openly while they learn and I love nothing more than an active conversation with my students!
My family is "educationally eclectic." My two older children have attended private and public schools, while my youngest are currently educated at home with me. I appreciate the value and necessity of a myriad of educational approaches and teaching styles.
I teach all areas of Language Arts (Reading, Writing, Speech, Journalism, and Theater) in addition to courses in the Visual Arts. I also have several years of experience working with neurodiverse learners, focusing on access to education. I look forward to meeting all of you very soon!
I am currently unable to respond directly to schedule requests due to the sheer number of them and the finite number of hours in a day. However, I do look at requests when working on my schedule and I try to accommodate as many of them as possible.
*All class times are approximate. Class length varies based on student ability and number of enrolled learners. Classes are designed so that they will not run longer than the time allotted.*
*Late/Missed Class Policy* All courses will begin on time as long as one learner is in the classroom. In the event that no students are in the classroom at the assigned class time, the teacher will leave a message on the discussion board and exit after 10 min. Class recordings are available upon request.Reviews
Live Group Class
$12
weekly1x per week
45 min
Completed by 47 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
3-12 learners per class
