Draw With Me Birds : Macaw Parrot From a Photo
In this one-time class I will teach artists to use graphite pencils to sketch, shade and detail this beautifull parrot.
Janine Villars
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(187)
What's included
1 live meeting
1 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
For this drawing, age is not as much of a factor as a little experience is. I recommend students try either my Draw With Me Common Birds or Owl class , before attempting this one. If the student has had several drawing classes or feels confident with their ability to draw this one, they are more than welcome to join this class!
I will guide students step by step through drawing a Macaw Parrot from a photo or my drawing, whichever is more comfortable.
We 'll start by sketching the basic shapes to form a framework .
Students will then learn to look for the different values in the photo and shade them in using graphite pencils. We will use line to create detail and texture to create a realistic style parrot.
Artists will be encouraged to see details in the reference photo and learn skills that will help them in future drawings.Other Details
Supply List
Graphite pencils ( HB, 2B, 4B or 6B) Eraser Sharpener 2 pieces of paper or sketchbook Ruler Photo of parrot printed or pulled up on another device ( jpg file will be available once you register for class)
2 files available upon enrollment
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined January, 2021
5.0
187reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
I am a full time artist completely in love with creating art , I paint daily and sell my paintings locally and online.
I have enjoyed drawing since I was a child and have always had a sketchbook nearby but never took an art class until my late 20's. One oil painting class and I was off, learning everything I could, using as many art materials as I could get my hands on.
A fearless desire to try new art techniques and mediums has driven me to learn art on my own, no formal training , although I have learned a lot from some talented online art teachers.
It is exciting, inspiring, empowering to learn that you can create something beautiful with just your hands, your mind and a few simple tools.
I would become stagnant if I did not have an outflow for this creativity, so I teach!! I love sharing what I have learned with others. I am willing to teach whatever I am learning and creating so expect a variety of classes.
I taught art in a private school to grades K-12 for 2 years. I have also taught art and sewing lessons in my home. I was a homeschool mom for several years and taught art at our homeschool co-op to ages 6-13.
I think that online learning is a huge asset to the the young artist. Being that I have learned a lot online myself I know from a students perspective.
With close up cameras, a smart pen, sharing abilities in Zoom, printables and whatever else it takes , I am able to really focus the student on what they see, learning to see details and put them down on canvas or paper.
I believe every artist is at a different place in his or her learning process and needs to work right there in that place. No comparisons to others or mine. Mistakes are welcomed and hopefully turned into a new and unexpected beauty in the art.
My hope is that my students enjoy the process of learning and creating art as much as I do and that I can help make that happen.Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$14
per classMeets once
90 min
Completed by 23 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-15
2-7 learners per class
