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An Introduction to Observational Drawing
Tiny School of Art & Design
Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(28)
In this 4 Session class, students will explore how our observational skills can lead us to be better in our other classes, like science and writing.
Class experience
With each session, we will explore how we can look at the world around us, and sometimes from reference photos, in order to become keen observers and to spark curiosity and discovery. Through this workshop, we will push ourselves to draw, not as artists, but as observers, therefore the goal isn't to have a nice drawing, but to have something for visual reference that shows something learned or interesting. Session 1: Drawing from Memory and from objects in front of us There's a difference...
Students will learn how to use basic art supplies to create drawings of their environement. Students will be able to differentiate between "icon", "Illustration", and photograph. Students will learn that observational drawing takes time and practice, and has little to do with "natural artistic talent" (which is a myth).
Heidi Jeub is a licensed teacher in art education and runs a portable art studio called the Tiny School of Art & Design. She is recognized for her work as a teaching arts and has been selected to be on various teaching artist rosters. She is a National Arts Strategies and Creative Community Leadership Institute fellow.
Sketchbook (any size is okay, but not over 9x12") and/or a mixed media or watercolor sketchbook drawing pencils (at least a #2 Ticonderoga pencil) Pink or White Eraser Optional: Crayons Colored Pencils Watercolor Pencils small paintbrushes Markers Vine Charcoal
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Please allow the students to photograph or scan their drawings so we can share as a group
Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(28)
Our goal with the Tiny School of Art & Design is to build a creative community by introducing art and design activities in everyday and at special events. MY STORY I'm Heidi Jeub, a visual artist who owns and operates the Tiny School of Art &...
Group Class
$50
for 4 classes1x per week, 4 weeks
55 min
Completed by 7 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
4-13 learners per class
