What's included
1 live meeting
30 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
In this class we will learn to draw simple, adorable cartoon animals! Each class we will focus on drawing a different animal using basic shapes and simple strokes. This class focuses on line drawing. No drawing experience is needed, but like all art experience is likely to result in more polished artwork. Perfect for beginner artists or more experienced learners who just love drawing animals! Colour will not be part of the lesson, but if there is time at the end of the lesson learners are welcome to add colour their art! When I teach, I draw step by step, with the learners. I find that demonstrating is the best way to teach art. The classes are independent of each other, so you do not need to take them consecutively. Learners can join at any point. Every week we will learn how to draw a new animal. I will also share a few cool facts about about each animal. Every class, learners will be required to bring 3 pieces of paper (or have a sketchbook), a pencil, and an eraser. A fine felt tipped pen is optional. Colour is also totally optional and can be done for homework, because we will not have time to colour in class. It is important to be on time, because I start the lesson promptly. If learners are more than 5 minutes late they will likely miss the first step of the drawing. I always mute my classes, but I encourage learners to unmute when they have questions or want feedback. I keep classes muted so learners can focus on me and the task at hand. Learners need to have a basic understanding of how to use zoom so they can unmute themselves as needed. I will encourage learners to share art when they need feedback when it is finished, but leanrers do not need to show me their art. I understand that art is personal and that not everyone is comfortable sharing work in front of a class. Here is a breakdown of what animals we will be doing week by week. ____ Year 2024 MYTHICAL CREATURES Week of March 4: Learn how to draw a Dragon Week of March 11: Learn how to draw a Unicorn Week of March 18: Learn how to draw a mermaid Week of March 25: Hippogriff Week of April 1: Learn how to draw a Phoenix DINOSAURS Week of April 8 : Learn how to draw a Tyrannosaurus Rex Week of April 15 Learn how to draw a Triceratops Week of April 22: Learn how to draw a Parasaurolophus Week of April 29: Learn how to draw a Pterodactyl Week of May 6 Learn how to draw a Brontosaurus BUGS Week of may 13: Learn how to draw a Ladybug Week of May20: Learn how to draw a mosquito. Week of May 27: Learn how to draw a Dragon Fly Week of June 3: Learn how to draw a Bee Week of june 10 : Learn how to draw an Ant Week of June 17: Learn how to draw a Butterfly FARM ANIMALS Week of June 24: Learn how to draw a Pig Week july 1: Learn how to draw a Sheep Week June 8: Learn how to draw a Goat Week July 15: Learn how to draw a Cow Week July 22: Learn how to draw a Horse Week July 29: Learn how to draw a Chicken … PETS Week August 5: Learn how to draw a Hedgehog Week if august 12: learn how to draw a lizard Week August 19: Learn how to draw a Cat Week August 26: Learn how to draw a Dog Week sept 2: Learn how to draw a bunny Week of Sept 9: Learn how to draw a Parrot Week of Sept 16: Learn how to draw a Turtle Week of Sept 23: Learn how to draw a fish in a tank Animals of Australia Week of Sept 29: learn how to draw a koala Week of Oct 6: learn how to draw a kangaroo Week of Oct 13: learn how to draw a sugar glider Week of Oct 20: Learn how to draw a echidna Week of Oct 27: learn how to draw a Platypus Week of nov 3: learn how to draw a bat OCEAN ANIMALS Week of Nov 10:Learn how to draw a Whale Week of Nov 17: Learn how to draw a Shark Week of November 24: Learn how to draw an Octopus Week of dec 1: Learn how to draw an axolotl Week of Dec 8: Learn how to draw a Dolphin Week of Dec 15: Lea rn how to draw a Squid Week Of Dec 22: Learn how to draw a sea horse Week of December 29: Learn how to draw a Jelly Fish ——-.Year 2025! ——- JUNGLE ANIMALS Week of January 5: Learn how to draw an elephant Week of January 12: Learn how to draw a Giraffe Week of January 16: Learn how to draw a Hippopotamus Week of January 26 8: Learn how to draw a Gorilla Week of feb 2: Learn how to draw a Lion Week of feb 9: Learn how to draw an Ostrich Animals in Cold places Week of feb 16: learn how to draw a poler bear Week of feb 23: learn how to draw a penguin Week of march 2: learn how to draw an arctic fox Week of march 9: Learn how to draw a seal Week of march 16 learn how to draw a caribou Week of march 23: learn how to draw a snowy owl FOREST ANIMALS Week of march 30: learn how to draw a moose Week Of April 6: Learn how to draw a Bear Week of april 13: Learn how to draw an Owl Week of april 20: Learn how to draw a Squirrel Week of april 27: Learn how to draw an Eagle Week of May 4: Learn how to draw a Skunk ANIMALS OF ASIA Week of May 11: Learn how to draw a PANDA Week of May 18: Learn how to draw a MALAYAN TAPIR Week of May 25: Learn how to draw a RED PANDA Week of June 1: Learn how to draw an ORANGUTANG MYTHICAL CREATURES Week of june 8: Learn how to draw a Dragon Week of june 15: Learn how to draw a Unicorn Week of june 22: Learn how to draw a mermaid Week of April 29: Hippogriff Week of July 6: Learn how to draw a Phoenix
Learning Goals
Learners will learn how to draw simple animals using shapes as a base.
Learners will learn a few facts about each animal.
Learners will learn patience and persistence.
Other Details
Supply List
Pencil Good eraser (ideally one that can erase small spaces) Sketchbook or paper Scrap paper Fine Felt tipped pen (optional for final lines) Coloured pencils or makers will be needed for learners who with to colour their drawings for homework.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree from Alberta College of Arts and Design
I love to teach art, and specialize in drawing (wide variety of styles and techniques), procreate, watercolour, and acrylic painting. When I teach, I like to lead by example. This means that I draw, paint and create with my students. Throughout class I make myself available for questions, assistance and feedback.
I’ve been teaching art for over 5 years, and I have been creating art professionally since 2011. I have illustrated marketing materials for Denny’s, Newman’s Own, Duane Reade, Discovery Children’s Museum, The Mendes Foundation and other clients.
I also have extensive experience in advertising. I’ve been working as an art director (now creative director) for over 17 years. I worked in New York City for 10 years, Cambodia for one, and I currently work remotely out of my home office in Canada. In my advertising career I've made TV commercials, print campaigns, radio spots, online ads, videos and billboards (even some in Time Square.) I love thinking of cool ideas and bringing them to life. I am excited to share this skill with my students.
I believe that art is more than an applicable workplace skill. Art is a form of healthy self-expression and personal reflection. I also believe that art teaches the importance of patience and persistence. It is an education for the mind and soul.
For me, art is meditative. I own dozens of sketchbooks filled with drawings I’ve done throughout the years. Many pages contains a memory, emotion, thought or experience. As a mother, I find additional inspiration through my daughter and new son.
Art is everywhere, if you look for it. Children especially have a gift for finding beauty in the world. I hope to harness this gift so every child in my class can find their own unique, artistic voice.
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Live Group Class
$11
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30 min
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Live video meetings
Ages: 6-9
3-9 learners per class