Architecture Career Discovery: Sketch & Draw Architecture or Anything!
In this 1 week (6 meetings) architecture camp, artists-to-be learn how to sketch and draw architecture in real-life, from memory and even from their wild imaginations! Taught by a friendly Ivy League graduate and UC Berkeley instructor.
Amber D Nelson
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(65)
What's included
6 live meetings
5 in-class hoursAssignments
4+ hours per week. Assignments are quick, fun sketching exercises that will be suggested at each lesson. They are option, but recommended to deepen learning of the content.Projects
We'll work our way up to creating a colorful and life-life architectural rendering. I'll guide the learner through this process step-by-step, so they leave the course with something truly impressive to keep for themselves or for adding to an art portfolio.Letter Grade
Grades on a number or letter scale can be given to students upon request.Class Experience
US Grade 7 - 10
Beginner - Intermediate Level
Ever wonder how architects make those amazing napkin sketches in less than a minute? Learn how to sketch & draw anything (but mostly architecture) quickly and professionally in this fun, hands-on 6 meeting camp. No experience in drawing or sketching needed! Here's what's in store for you: in addition to LOTS of sketching (the world around you, architecture live, from memory and your imagination, people and landscapes), you'll also learn how to render your sketches to make it life-like. We'll always be showing each other our progress and gaining tips and tricks from each other in a fun, collaborative, no-stress way. This course is part 1 of a 3 part series titled "Architecture Career Discovery." Please see my profile for other classes related to this series and various formats the series is offered to be taken in.
Learning Goals
Learners will leave this camp with confidence to draw anything they desire- be it architecture, landscape or object, real or imagined, live or from memory. Getting an idea out of a learner's head and on to paper is one of the most valuable life skills an architect or any creative professional can have!
Syllabus
6 Lessons
over 1 WeekLesson 1:
Sketching the world around you
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Sketching architecture live & from memory
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Sketching an imaginary place using precedents
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Composition, Collage & Rectangular Geometry
50 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Supply List
Drawing Pencils: 2H, HB, 4B pencils at a minimum Colored pencils (pack of 24 or more recommended but not necessary) Thin black marker or felt tip pen Sketchbook, any size (but ideally 8.5x11"), or just some scrap paper without lines A few pieces of loose-leaf paper Trace paper Access to a printer (I will ask that they print out a package of about 6 pages) Ruler Scissors Glue Tape
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined April, 2020
4.9
65reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from University of California - Berkeley
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Columbia University in the City of New York
During my architectural studies at Columbia University and UC Berkeley, as well as afterwards, I was fortunate to teach many design courses, ranging from visual representation, construction, and environmental design, to sacred landscapes and design studios. I have also taught over 30 online courses on architecture.Reviews
Live Group Course
$145
for 6 classes6x per week, 1 week
50 min
Completed by 45 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-15
4-18 learners per class
