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Animal Art: Pigeon Pencil Drawing

In this one-time art class, students will learn to draw a realistic pigeon bird using pencil.
Torri McCarrey
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(1,295)
Class

What's included

1 live meeting
1 hrs 20 mins in-class hours

Class Experience

In this one-time drawing course, students will learn how to sketch a realistic portrait of a pigeon bird (full body), using pencil. Please note that if students want to use charcoal, they are welcome to use use this instead of pencil. 

What will students learn?

1. Students will learn techniques for sketching a proportionate contour drawing (outline) of a pigeon flying. 
2. Students will learn techniques for smooth blending, gradient blending, and adding contrast using pencil.
3. Students will learn techniques for drawing realistic feathers and feather texture using pencil and an eraser.
4. Students will learn techniques for adding realistic shadows to white feathers using pencil and an eraser.
5. Students will learn a few facts about pigeons.

I will demonstrate each step for students and have students complete that step along with me.  My classroom is a calm, fun, and creative environment where discussion between teacher and students is encouraged.  I ask students questions throughout the lesson to check for student understanding.  Students may also interact with each other if they want to share what they have learned during class.

Learning Goals

What will students learn?

1. Students will learn techniques for sketching a proportionate contour drawing (outline) of a pigeon flying. 
2. Students will learn techniques for smooth blending, gradient blending, and adding contrast using pencil.
3. Students will learn techniques for drawing realistic feathers and feather texture using pencil and an eraser.
4. Students will learn techniques for adding realistic shadows to white feathers using pencil and an eraser.
5. Students will learn a few facts about pigeons.
learning goal

Other Details

Parental Guidance
Please be aware that this course uses materials that may be harmful to your student if used inappropriately. If you think your student may use any class materials inappropriately and/or potentially cause harm, please provide adult supervision for your student.
Supply List
-Paper
-Everyday pencil or drawing pencils
-Everyday eraser and/or kneaded eraser
-Blending tool (blending stumps, tissue, Q-tips, or you can just use your fingers if you don't have any of the previously listed supplies)

OPTIONAL:

-Charcoal
 1 file available upon enrollment
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined July, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Weber State University
Art Teacher 🎨 / Middle Grade Fantasy Author 📚/ Children's Book Illustrator 🐉


✨Welcome to my teacher page! ✨

After graduating with Bachelor's Degrees in Elementary and Early Childhood Education, I decided to make the leap of starting my author and illustrator career. Since then, I have written and illustrated my first middle grade fantasy book, Brush of Magic, with many more in the works!

Along with running my own art and book shop, I design and teach a variety of drawing and painting classes, ranging from realistic sketching, watercolor painting, fantasy drawing, and illustration. I have taught for about 9 years, 4 of which have been specific to art. I love the time I get to spend with my students, creating art, and chatting about books—especially if the books and art are whimsical or magical!

All the artwork, books, and stationary designs in my shop are created by me. I often find inspiration for my art and books through reading, spending time with my cats and dogs, and brainstorming imaginary creatures in my sketchbook.

Thank you for stopping by! If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out. I am always happy to help.😊

Torri

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$17

per class
Meets once
80 min

Completed by 8 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-14
1-12 learners per class

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