Draw Realistic Animals With a Grid (Ages 8-11)

Completed by 2 learners

Ages 8-11

Live Group Class

In this weekly ongoing drawing club we learn the basic principles of art and learn how to draw what we see in photos with a grid.

BriAnn Ongesel, BS TESOL

Average rating:

5.0

Number of reviews:

(130 reviews)

Live video meetings

1x per week

2-8 learners per class

45 min

About Learning Overview Teacher Reviews

What's included

1 live meeting

45 mins in-class hours per week

Class Experience

Beginner Level

Students will learn to draw using a reference photo and a grid. Subjects will include a variety of animals.  This is a BEGINNING drawing class.  I show how to really draw the shapes and lines in the pictures we draw, with a grid to aid with proportion. In each class we discuss elements of art (line, shape, value, form, texture, and space) in the drawing for that week.  Students are encouraged to ask questions and discuss the drawing.  Overall, I love to keep things light and relaxing.  Even though we are learning technical skills, I love to make it personal for each learner and encourage their insights and questions.  

Week of January 29:  Space - Cat  
Week of February 5:  Line - Rabbit
Week of February 12:  Form - "Dori" fish
Week of February 19:  Composition - Bird
Week of February 26:  Value - German Shepherd
Week of March 4:  Contrast - Panda
Week of March 11:  Texture - Squirrel
Week of March 18:  Proportion - Cow
Week of March 25:  Space - Giraffe
Week of April 1:  Line - Zebra
Week of April 8:  Form - Moose
Week of April 15:  Composition - Octopus
Week of April 22:  Value - TBD
Week of April 29:  TBD
Week of May 6:  Contrast - TBD
Week of May 13:  TBD - TBD
Week of May 20:  TBD
Week of May 27:  TBD

*Weekly drawing subject to change based on students' wants/needs.*

Other Details

Supply List

Pencil, eraser, grid, and Paper.  :)   

-  Art pencils are great and school pencils work just fine.  
-  Any eraser will work but I recommend trying a "kneaded eraser" if possible.
-  Here is the link for grid that may be printed and used as desired.  We will talk about possible ways to use it.   https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1VUMdllWEKh49rRn_2dSCXiuuGkrGZTTPg9H1Hj4BfOA/edit?usp=sharing

-  Any paper works.  I usually use regular computer paper folded in half because that size works well for the time we have.  Drawing in a sketchbook is great too, especially the 5.5x8.5 inch size.

External Resources

Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Meet the teacher

BriAnn Ongesel, BS TESOL

Joined August, 2021

5.0

130reviews

Profile

Teacher expertise and credentials

Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Brigham Young University Idaho

Hello!  I am BriAnn Ongesel.  I have taught online classes for over 7 years and over 2 years here on Outschool.  I teach art classes to ages 5-17.  

I have my bachelor's degree in Graphic Design from Brigham Young University Idaho.  I also studied UX/UI design from California Institute of the Arts.  I am currently a freelance designer, online teacher, and mother of four.  

I believe that the best learning comes from doing.  Students learn from practicing the principles taught and from sharing what they learn with their peers.  It is important to have fun in my classes, as well as talking with other students about class concepts and similar interests.  Learning is about chasing what excites you and diving into all you can with it.

My hobbies include reading, drawing, and baking.  I love good food - including 'nicecream', butternut squash, and cheesecake.  

You can view some of my artwork and "life of an online art teacher" at https://www.instagram.com/bri.o.art/.