Art Basics: All About Shape (Self-Paced) Elementary Art Class
This is part of a series of classes introducing elementary students to the elements of art. In this self-paced class, learn all about shape - what it is, what to say about it, and how to use it creatively in your art!
Mrs. Nicole :-)
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(29)
What's included
2 pre-recorded lessons
2 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentAssignments
1-2 hours per week. To get the full class experience, students are encouraged to watch the introductory video and complete all four art assignments. I will provide prompt feedback if and when students choose to send these projects to me, and will present opportunities, when applicable, to make some modifications and re-send them to me just as one would expect in a face-to-face class.Assessment
includedLetter Grade
includedCertificate of Completion
includedClass Experience
The perfect flexible class for busy schedules, this elementary art class focusing on shape includes the following: 1. An introductory video all about the concept of shape and how it is used in art; 2. Continued learning in the form of separate step-by-step videos demonstrating fun art projects that illustrate different ways to use the element of shape: a) How to draw a simple bow, and add lines to turn the shape 2D and 3D; b) A whimsical caterpillar drawing illustrating how straight and curved lines change the shape of the caterpillar's sections, making them far more realistic; c) How to draw a classic cube and extension options to turn the cube into a house, a gift, etc.; d) An artist-inspired art project in the style of famous artist Vassily Kandinsky, featuring a simple grid of squares and concentric circles that come together to make a masterpiece of fine art 3. Full teacher support and feedback on EVERY art project (and any questions) for two weeks, plus 1 year of access to all content!
Learning Goals
Learn about shape and how it creates interest and dimension;Create four framable line-art projects to demonstrate your knowledge and expand your elementary art portfolio;
Syllabus
2 Lessons
over 2 WeeksLesson 1:
Lesson + 2 Projects (bow and caterpillar shape drawings)
Learn what shape is, and how little changes to shapes can create beautiful art. Complete two shape-based projects. Lesson 2:
Continued Application: Cube and Kandinsky projects
Continue to focus on spacial dimension by mastering a basic cube, plus create an inspired version of Vassily Kandinsky's famous shape-based "Color Study: Squares with Concentric Circles." Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined November, 2022
5.0
29reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
I have been an Outschool and homeschool co-op art teacher for many years, focusing especially on famous artists and their ingenious uses of the various elements of art in their masterpieces. I love to adapt this teaching focus to younger students in introductory courses that explore just the basic elements of art, often with a final project focusing on imitating a professional artists' use of the particular element of art we are studying. Reviews
Self-Paced Course
$5
weekly or $10 for all content2 pre-recorded lessons
2 weeks of teacher support
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Ages: 5-10
