What's included
15 live meetings
13 hrs 45 mins in-class hoursProjects
1-2 hours per week. includedLetter Grade
includedCertificate of Completion
includedClass Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
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. I have zero tolerance for bullying in this class, please be kind and respectful to yourselves and each other.
Learning Goals
Students will learn such things as:
-Color theory & Terms
-Elements of Art: Line, value, texture, space, color, shape/form
-Principles of Art: Balance, emphasis, contrast, movement, rhythm, pattern, unity
-Composition
Syllabus
3 Units
15 Lessons
over 15 WeeksUnit 1: Drawing- Graphite and Charcoal
Lesson 1:
Welcome-Principles and Elements of Art
Introduction to each other and breakdown of semester.
We will also work on a few worksheets covering the Principles and Elements of Art.
55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Value/Shade/ Texture Practice
Using the knowledge we learned from the previous class, we will put into practice the elements of art.
55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Graphite Grid Drawing Week 1
We will find or be given a b&w photograph and create a grid drawing to guide our drawings.
55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Graphite Grid Drawing Week 2
Wrap-up
55 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
There will be the use of scissors and an x-acto knife during the drawing unit. Guidance at guardian's discretion.
Supply List
What you will need. Unit 1- Drawing: -Graphite Pencil Set (These are a set of 5 or more pencils from 2H-8B/ you can get them at any art or hobby store, as well as Staples) -Drawing paper (9x12) -Erasure -Blending tools (look like rolled-up white paper pencils)- You can also use a simple Q-Tip -Printed out handout OR access to handout on computer -Ruler -Graphite Pencils -Drawing Paper (9x12) -Blending Tool/Qtip -Erasure -Drawing Paper -Scissors -Small magazine clipping of black and white picture (we will talk more about this) 3"x 3" or 4" x 4" -Compressed black charcoal sticks -Vine charcoal -Drawing paper -Blending tool/Qtip -Apron and table covering (this is a messy medium) -Compressed black charcoal sticks -Vine charcoal -Drawing Paper -Blending Tool/Qtip -Erasure -An open mind -11x14 Drawing paper -Compressed black charcoal sticks -Charcoal vine -Blending tool/Qtip -Black and white magazine/newspaper picture- cut out -Glue Stick -Apron and table covering (another messy project) Unit 2: Color Theory -Watercolor paint (in the tubes)-Red, Yellow, Blue -Rounded brush -Watercolor paper (9x12) -Jar of water -Paint Palette -Pencil -Ruler -Handout -Watercolor Paper (9x12) -Watercolor paint (red, yellow, blue) -Jar of water -Palette -Brushes of varying sizes -Pencil -Eraser -Watercolor paper (9x12) -Watercolor paint (black, grey, white) -Jar of water -Palette -Brushes of varying sizes -Scissors Unit 3: Bookmaking: Basic Tunnel Book: What you will need: -4 pieces of cardstock paper (your color of choice) -2 pieces of white cardstock paper -Scissors -Xacto knife -Watercolor pencils and/or Color pencils -Glue -Pencil -Fine tip marker (optional)
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Teacher expertise and credentials
Vermont Teaching Certificate in Music/Theater/Arts
Bachelor's Degree in Art and Design 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.
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Live Group Class
$19
weekly or $275 for 15 classes1x per week, 15 weeks
55 min
Completed by 20 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 14-18
1-8 learners per class