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Charming Charcoal Portraits

In this one time live class learners with the instructor together will work on shading portraits in charcoal.
Sharon
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:
(76)
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What's included

1 live meeting
1 hrs 15 mins in-class hours

Class Experience

In this one time live class learners, along with the teacher, will work on shading a drawn portrait using willow charcoal. The class material will cover value, light source, blending, and preservation.

Learning Goals

Learners will use artistic language and drawing skills to explore value, light and shadow, blending techniques, and working from reference.
learning goal

Other Details

Supply List
Learners will need: 
Willow charcoal
Kneadable eraser
Blending stump (Kleenex or stops can also work)
Dry medium drawing paper no smaller than 9x12
A predawn portrait in pencil with outline only 
Reference photo
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined February, 2020
4.9
76reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
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NOTICE OF HOURS: 
---> Does it look like nothing is on the calendar? Mrs. Ross teaches many private lessons and flex classes that aren't always shown on the calendar. Reach out if you don't see what you are looking for. 

----> Mrs. Ross will be running self paced courses through Summer 2024.  Mrs. Ross's live classes, lessons, and tutoring for the 2024/25 school year will begin during the second week of September. Spots are filling up so please inquire as early as possible.  Fall schedule will be solidified Mid August for the following fall term. 

---> Have a question? No form replies, personal replies in 24-48 hours. 

----> Questions about art supplies and resources? I'm happy to chat any time. I'm here to support your learners' art goals even in between sessions/classes. 

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" With a focus on traditional media, old and new art techniques and a core understanding of the principals and elements of art and design, I strive to give learners the tools they need to not only be successful artists but to facilitate the ability to apply those tools to creative thinking and discovery outside the classroom.  In this classroom we are co-learners and we explore the course material together. " - Sharon Ross

Sharon is a professional fine artist/illustrator who has been teaching studio curriculum on Outschool for 5 years . Prior to bringing her art and art technique programs to Outschool she taught in schools, community centers, and private studios dating back to 2006. 

Sharon has illustrated FOUR published children’s books, as well as a few that never made it to print. Check out her newest picture book "Refin Builds A Rocket Ship". 

When she isn’t sharing her passion for the arts with learners on Outschool Sharon is creating work in as many different mediums as she can get her hands on.. Sharon's classes are rooted in Reggio philosophies and strives to equip learners with the tools they need to be successful in AND outside the classroom.

"Fun facts: I have lived in two countries, four states, one province,  and ten cities! 
I am a mom to two young boys have an endless supply of crayons and paint. 

Welcome to my classroom! I look forward to learning with you."

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$15

per class
Meets once
75 min

Completed by 6 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-14
3-6 learners per class

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