Create Your Own Princess!
In this one time class, I will teach students how to draw a princess of their own.
Amber
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(50)
What's included
1 live meeting
30 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
*What will be taught?* In this one-time class, students will learn the basics in drawing people and will draw their own princess! *Any required experience learners need?* No prior drawing experience is needed to take this course. *How is this class structured?* I will provide a live demonstration of the steps in how I draw a basic princess, and students are encouraged to adorn or decorate princesses however they wish to. I will have two cameras during this class so that students can see me - I can see them - and another camera can show them my paper. During the waiting period before class (~5 minutes prior to start time) students are encouraged to sign on and chat. We will start the class with any last introductions/shares, and then I will start explaining the course to students. I will pin/spotlight my 2nd camera and we will begin the lesson! :) As we go through the steps, together, we will brainstorm ideas about accessories, outfits, hair options, and color choices. Once our princesses are complete, we will color in our drawings. If there is time leftover in the class, students are encouraged to draw and color in a background. Every class is different depending on the students' timing, but the goal of this course is to at least finish drawing our princesses by the end of the class. *What's your teaching style?* I believe that students learn when they're engaged and having fun, and I strive to teach classes where students want to be there and can explore their interests. Thus, I engage students through my energetic expressions and try to include them in many aspects of the class - from checking in on their work, to asking students what color/accessory I should use next. I encourage students to share their work, but it is not mandatory. I work to be compassionate in my teaching. For example, I will remind students that their "mistakes" haven't ruined their whole drawing, and we turn those "mistakes" into unique princess qualities. Also, we don't have to always enjoy the art we end up making, but it can still be a valuable experience that pushes our growth further. *Any class policies?* Students that are out of age range are okay to join the class, I just ask that you let me know before class begins. If more than one student is sharing a computer/device, all students must be signed up individually for this course. If students are not in extremely noisy spaces and we can take turns speaking and listening, I'm happy to have students off of mute. Students are also welcome to stay on mute if they choose to. The mute button will be used on my end if need be. Thank you! See you soon :)
Learning Goals
Students will learn how to draw a princess, they will improve drawing skills (practice is always improvement), learn/review shapes and how they can help us with drawing, and learn about the basics in drawing people.
Other Details
Supply List
Paper, something to draw with (pencils, crayons, colored pencils, markers)
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
*Hello there!*
I am Amber or Miss/Ms. Amber - she/her pronouns - a young, creative adult from California in the United States. I joined Outschool in October of 2020, and teach art classes - mostly drawing - to younger age groups (ages 3-8).
*Education and Experience*
I am a first generation college graduate, with a BFA or Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts from the University of San Francisco (USF) - go dons! During my undergrad years, I dipped my hands in a variety of classes - as I am a curious, explorative learner myself - but ultimately focused on drawing, illustration, and painting development. I had interned with a community art and education non-profit as well and was able to learn a bit about mural painting, community art, and mosaic work.
I have always enjoyed working with children, and have done so since I first started working, babysitting some family friends' kids. I have always admired the curiosity, honesty, courage, and openness kids have, and I have always enjoyed working with them. They inspire me just as much as I inspire them!
*My Values and Philosophies, and How My Classes Run*
Nurturing our children's curiosities - whether they stick with their interests to adulthood or not - enables the mentality that they have options, and are not tied down to a single hobby/passion/career option. I believe that when kids are interested, participating on their own will, they learn the most and enjoy learning. I aspire to create those fun, safe spaces for my students!
Most of my classes are one-time drawing classes, showing students how to draw something and completing it in the same course. Some examples include: "Create Your Own Princess," "Create Your Own T-Rex," and "Make Art with Posca Markers!" I hope to add painting classes and other arts/crafts classes in the future!
I typically start my classes on time and greet each student. I offer students to introduce themselves and share if they'd like to, and once we get through our introductions, our class will start. I show students each step, check in with each student on their progress, and try to make it as engaging and fun as possible.
I also try to be honest, but encouraging with my students. Mistakes in art can be taken to heart for many - myself included - and I don't want to steer kids away from art because they're not perfect - none of us are! In my classes, I tend to tell students what has happened with their drawing, but I always try to frame their "mistakes" as something unique in their pictures.
*My Time with Outschool and What's on The Horizon*
When I joined Outschool, I realized I'm getting the best of both worlds - I get to share my passion with kids - how fun and rewarding! I have learned so much since joining Outschool, and am excited for the continual learning for us all. I am thinking about returning to school for an art education degree so that I can be as equipped as I can be to teach. Thank you for checking out my profile, and I hope to work with you soon! Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$10
per classMeets once
30 min
Completed by 187 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 4-8
2-6 learners per class
