Beginners Watercolor Painting Club
In this class, learners will be introduced to the beginning basics of watercolor by exploring different techniques and tricks as we do a complete painting. I also encourage them to explore their own creative choices within the painting.
Jennifer Stevens
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(410)
What's included
1 live meeting
35 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
Beginner Level
In this class, we will discuss watercolors and how they are not as intimidating as they seem. In fact, they are a lot of fun to paint with. We will go over the two most common methods of painting: wet-on-dry and wet-on-wet. We will discuss different topics and practice brush strokes, paint values, lifting color, and many others. In class, we will sometimes do several exercises to practice a different method or technique that will be used. We will then do a painting in class to put those methods/techniques to practice. The learner must have watercolor paper that is 140lb, not printer paper, cardstock, mixed media, or construction paper. This will lessen the young learner's frustration down the road. A beginner's brush set for watercolors will also be helpful. ***If your young learner is using tube watercolors, I highly suggest that small amounts of the paint be placed in a palette that closes. This will allow the paint to dry between uses and help to make the paint last longer. Learners are also less likely to use watercolor paint like acrylic when stored this way. The wonderful thing about watercolors is that you can reactivate any dried watercolor in/on a palette with water for use. Here is a link to one on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Mijello-Airtight-Watercolor-18-Well-Palette/dp/B0049UZEWQ/ref=sr_1_9?crid=2NIQQ3X94C1M4&dchild=1&keywords=watercolor+palette&qid=1632659840&sprefix=watercolor+%2Caps%2C182&sr=8-9 The following schedule is tentative and may change depending on student requests. Friday's Section Schedule: Week of Sept. 24: Sunset with Hot Air Balloon Week of Oct. 1: Fall Tree with Cat Week of Oct. 8: Otter in Water Week of Oct. 15: Stormy Night Week of Oct. 22: Black Cat on Fence Week of Oct. 29: Pumpkin Patch with Doodle Birds Week of Nov. 5: Panda and Bamboo Week of Nov. 12: Cupcake Week of Nov. 17: Winter Cats Week of Nov. 25: Cute Crocodile Week of Dec. 3: Popsicles Week of Dec. 10: Dog and Umbrella Week of Dec. 17: Winter Scene with Snowpeople Week of Feb. 7: Valentine's Day Cards Wednesday, Thursday, & Sunday Sections Schedule: Week of Sept. 1: Splatter Birds and Creatures Week of Sept. 8: Butterfly Week of Sept. 15: Cute Whale Week of Sept. 22: Giraffe Week of Sept. 29: Fall Tree with Cat Week of Oct. 6: Black Cat on Fence Week of Oct. 13: Sun and Moon Week of Oct. 20: Helping Fall Gnome Week of Oct. 27: Pumpkin Patch with Doodle Birds Week of Nov. 3: Panda and Bamboo Week of Nov. 10: Cupcake Week of Nov. 17: Sea Otter (Wednesday), Crocodile (Sunday) Week of Nov. 24: Winter Cats Week of Dec. 1: Popsicles Week of Dec. 8: Dog and Umbrella Week of Dec. 15: Snowpeople and Tree/Dog and Umbrella Week of Jan. 5: Rainbow Pineapple Week of Jan. 12: Flying Parrot Week of Feb. 7: Valentine's Day Cards
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Supply List
Supplies: -watercolor paper (140lb) -paintbrushes -2 cups of water -watercolor paints (cakes or pans are easiest for kids to learn from) -pencil and eraser -paper towel -painters/masking/washi tape -crayons/oil pastels -black crayon, ballpoint pen, gel pen, lining marker
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined July, 2020
5.0
410reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
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Hi everyone! I am a graduate of Western Washington University with a B.A. in English and a minor in art history. I grew up in Washington State but have lived out on the east coast for most of my adult life. I have been a nanny, homework coach, and tutor for over 20 years. I love working with younger children and teens to help them realize the potential within. I work with kids ages 4 to 18 in reading, reading comprehension, reading remediation, grammar, language arts, elementary/middle school math, pre-algebra, organizational/study skills, HSPT, and ISEE exams.
Whenever I work with a child, whether it's in academics, art/crafting, or baking, I meet the child where they are and build them up from there; I am patient, kind, and understanding. Every child must know that a mistake is not a bad thing, just one step on the path to learning something new and that these steps are the building blocks of understanding.
During my free time, I love to paint, craft, and bake! I have been creating art and crafts for the last ten-plus years and selling them at local shows. I make 3-D paper flowers, burlap wreaths, stamped coasters, work with alcohol inks, fluid painting, watercolor painting, decoupage, and bookbinding. I hope to share all of these with the learners on Outschool!
Finally, I love to bake and cook! I used to sell my bread at a local farmers' market when I lived in Washington State. I am continually trying a new recipe or perfecting one of my own to share with everyone. When I was a nanny, baking and cooking were two of my favorite things to do with the kids. I taught them to bake cookies, bread, breakfast, and even how to roast a chicken.
Thank you for allowing me to work with your children and helping them realize they can do whatever they set their minds to. The only limits they have are the ones they place on themselves.Reviews
Live Group Class
$12
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35 min
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Ages: 4-8
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