Draw Your Stuffed Animal

This class is a playful introduction to observational drawing for young children using their own stuffed animals as models. Learners will be invited to show their stuffed animal at the beginning of class, and share what they like about it. We will then be doing 2 drawings exercises in which we learn to draw our stuffed animal. The first drawing is a challenge! We will try to draw our stuffed animal from memory, while it is hiding underneath our chair. Secondly we will draw our animal by tracing its shadow and by identifying its different shapes, colours and textures. Lastly we will compare both drawings and present them to the rest of class. 

After Class:
I encourage learners to draw at their own paste. They can add final touches and colours to their drawings after class if they wish to do so. They will also be invited to share a picture of their drawing on the classroom page as an option.

Class Values:
In my drawing classes, I value the process of drawing as much as the end result. I do not give step-by-step how to draw instructions as I encourage learners to use observation and imagination to create their own version of the drawing activity. I like creating a positive environment focusing on the enjoyment of creating, learning and drawing.