Create With Kendra: Blue Jay Acrylic Painting
In this 2 day class we will paint a Bluejay on a branch using acrylic paints.
Kendra Malcolm (B.Des)
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What's included
2 live meetings
3 in-class hoursClass Experience
This class will cover basic composition, and different acrylic painting technique like blending, dabbing, embracing thin and thick paint, and lighting. This will be a step by step class. I will paint along with my students and pause for questions after each step. They will be following along with me as we paint and interact. This painting should take 3 hours to finish. For this reason, the class will be broken down into 2 sections. We will do a background and underpainting with black lines and shadows for the first class. In the second class we will add in the main colours of the bird and branch and details. Some painting painting experience is recommended for this class. I recommend at least 3 acrylic painting classes before taking this one. The ability to draw well will also help with this class.
Learning Goals
Students will learn how to use acrylic paint to create texture and shape.
We will touch on lighting and basic composition.
Other Details
Supply List
MATERIALS • 6 (or more) ACRYLIC PAINT COLOURS: Black White Cool Red Primary or Cool Blue Green (earthy) Brown Dark Blue or navy blue (optional) • 4 PAINT BRUSH (at least): Thick flat brush: about 1 in wide. Medium flat brush: about 1/4 inch wide. Medium round brush: about 1/4 inch wide. Small, round brush for details. • 1 PAINT SURFACE: Canvas board or wooden canvas recommended. No smaller than 6x8 and no larger than 10x10 • OLD RAG/CLOTH • WATER • PENCIL AND ERASER
1 file available upon enrollment
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined May, 2020
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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.Reviews
Live Group Class
$30
for 2 classes2x per week, 1 week
90 min
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 14-18
3-6 learners per class
