Art 1- Painting, Collage, Clay, Printmaking
In this 15-week course, we will work on art concepts and practice through 4 units: painting/drawing, collage, clay, and printmaking.
Ms. Tessa (She/Her)
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4.9
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What's included
15 live meetings
13 hrs 45 mins in-class hoursGrading
There are no grades for this class. There is, however, a certificate of Completion that will be presented at the end of the semester. This is contingent on completing all of the assignments.Class Experience
US Grade 6 - 9
Beginner - Intermediate Level
In this semester-long, 15-week art course, we will be working on an array of art mediums and techniques. This course will fulfill the art elective needed, and by the end of the 15 weeks, students will leave with a course completed certificate. During our time together, students will be more confident in creating, as well as informed of different techniques, definitions, theories, and artists. Each week, I will explain the project that we will be working on by both example and verbal direction. I will use a second camera pointed towards the example project to explain what and how we are proceeding for the day. I encourage questions at any time during the class. Once students have begun their work, I will then talk to them about the weekly artist (historical and/or contemporary) that coincides with the technique and/or medium we are using. I will also discuss the different theories that specific artist uses. This will help to create a more well-rounded experience and curriculum for each student. There will be no grading system, art is very subjective, but I do encourage critical thinking and practice constructive criticism from myself and other students. This being said, bullying or disrespect is an absolute no-no in my classroom. Students are expected to act maturely, kindly, and encouraging with themselves and their classmates. 15-week Breakdown: Weeks 1-3: Painting- We will explore both watercolor and acrylic paint, as well as drawing with black India ink. -Happy accident painting (wk/1) -Sunset Silhouettes (wk/2) -Watercolor Collage (wk/3 Weeks 4-8: Collage- We will explore the many interesting ways to create a collage using magazines, paper, and our paintings. -Woven Landscape (wk/4-5) - Collage Creature (wk/6) -Tissue Paper Paint Collage (wk/7-8) Weeks 9-12: Clay- We will be using clay that can be fired in our home ovens to create clay pots and a clay head. -Coil pots (wk/9) -Clay Cartoon Figurines (wk/10) -Clay heads (wk/11-12) Weeks 13-15: Printmaking- We will play with many different techniques used in printmaking including, monoprints and block printing. -Block printing (wk/13-14) -Monoprints (wk/15) ***Classes and weeks may be subject to change***
Other Details
Parental Guidance
We will be using the listed items below. Parental guidance at the guardian's discretion.
-Scissors
-Printmaking tools that may be slightly sharp
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Supply List
These supplies are what you will need for each unit. It's best to buy them all ahead of time to be sure you have them for the day of the class. **Everything below can be found at Walmart or any hobby store including the India ink** Unit 1: Painting- Week 1-3 Supplies: -Watercolors -Acrylic Paint -Black India ink -Shish kabob sticks -Paint brushes -Water and containers -Watercolor paper 9x12 -Thick paper -Canvas Board 9x12 (optional) -Black construction paper -Scissors -Smock -Paper towel -Newspaper for below your projects Unit 2: Collage- Week 4-8 Supplies: - Tissue paper -Magazines/Newspaper -Scissors -Glue -Thick paper (watercolor paper) -Watercolor -Brushes -Water container -Colored pencils, markers, crayons, etc. (optional) Unit 3: Clay- Week 9- 12 Supplies: -Self-hardening or potters sculpting clay (Amazon) -Plastic bag to cover work-in-progress -Water and containers -Clay tools (popsicle sticks, toothpicks, fingers) -Newspaper to form head -An old hand towel -An old bucket or two -"Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About Clay" handout Unit 4: Printmaking Week 13-15 Supplies: -Softoleum a couple of pieces -Linoleum cutter -Soft brayer or small paint roller or brush -An old cookie tray -Acrylic paint and ink -Paper- both large and small pieces (watercolor paper will do) -Cardboard pieces -Spray bottle -Paintbrush -Water -Apron or smock -Protection for the table Here is a link to a basic printmaking kit with what you will need. You are also welcome to search for one yourself or use household items instead. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07XZMBJRC/ref=sspa_dk_detail_2?ie=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B07XZMBJRCp13NParams&smid=A3JR4J7J8ISE8A&s=arts-crafts&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9kZXRhaWxfdGhlbWF0aWM&th=1
Language of Instruction
English
Joined January, 2020
4.9
283reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Vermont Teaching Certificate in Music/Theater/Arts
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Massachusetts College of Art and Design
Hi there! My name is Tessa DeForge. I live in the beautiful state of Vermont with my husband, 2 silly dogs and 2 precocious cats. I graduated from Massachusetts College of Art and Design in 2011 and hold a bachelor's in Art Education.
I am very passionate about education. I have taught in a traditional setting for 10 years as a 6-12 art teacher and as an early educator. I love to teach a multitude of things through art and play. Some of the classes I offer are: Art Social Group, Crochet Club, 1;1 Knitting and Crochet classes, as well as social groups, to name a few. I am always looking to expand on my class list. The skies the limit when it comes to art and I hope to have some more exciting classes up and running in the very near future.Reviews
Live Group Class
$19
weekly or $275 for 15 classes1x per week, 15 weeks
55 min
Completed by 40 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-15
1-8 learners per class
