Drawing and Watercolor Painting Class: Cozy and Spooky Fall Theme
An ongoing drawing and watercolor painting class with a fall theme, including cozy and spooky nature subjects.
Ms. Abi Spinolo
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(122)
What's included
1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
This is an ongoing drawing and painting class, with a fall theme. We will be drawing and painting animals, landscapes, some which will be spooky, some which will be cozy. Class will begin with going over materials, and then dive right into the creative process. We start by sketching the our subject, using simple shapes, and a step by step process with clear instructions. After we have our foundational sketch, we will begin painting, using simple, layered washes and brush strokes to create a finished piece. Students will then go back to drawing, continuing to refine the painting using pencils, pens or markers to add final details. At the end of class, students will be invited to share their work, to receive feedback from the instructor and share their favorite part of their painting with the rest of the class. This show and tell is a fun encouraging way to end the class, but is not required. Class time might vary slightly based on number of students in the section (smaller class sizes tend to go more quickly) or the complexity of the art piece. If a piece takes up a lot of time, it might take more than one week to finish, though this should not be happening regularly. My teaching style is relaxed and peaceful, with an emphasis on enjoying the process, vs. worrying about creating a “perfect” painting. Some drawing and/or watercolor painting experience would be helpful, but is not necessary. I firmly believe that anyone with interest, and willingness to try, can have a really enjoyable experience in this class. Listed below are the weekly subjects for the class! Week of August 21, 2023 - Crow Week of August 28, 2023 - Crow Part 2 Week of September 4, 2023 - Fall Landscape Week of September 11, 2023 - Candle Still Life Week of September 18, 2023 - Fall Landscape Week of September 25, 2023 - Spooky Owl and Moon Watercolor Week of October 2, 2023 - Bones Still Life Week of October 9, 2023 - Black Cat Week of October 16, 2023 - Toad and Cauldron Week of October 23, 2023 - Jack-o-lantern Week of October 30, 2023 - Spooky Graveyard Landscape Week of November 6, 2023 - Fall leaf
Learning Goals
Students will improve their understanding of composition, sketching, and watercolor technique, and create a beautiful picture.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
A hair blow dryer is highly recommended for this class, but not mandatory. Students will hold it 6-10 inches above the paper, with the blow dryer set on low, until the watercolor is dry. Its a simple way to help speed up the drying times of watercolor washes so that we can add another layer on top.
Spookiness levels are very mild- The raven in the class cover art is a good example of the kind of spooky we will be working on.
Supply List
- watercolor paint - drawing pencil and eraser - hair blow dryer to speed drying times - paint water cup - paper towel - watercolor paper size 8”x10” or larger - small, medium, and large round tip paint brushes - markers, pens, colored pencils* *I would have a minimum of a black fine tip marker available and a white gel pen
Language of Instruction
English
Joined December, 2020
4.8
122reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hi there!
My name is Abi. My passion and expertise are in drawing and watercolor painting, but I also dabble in and have taught the basics in a few other mediums, such as acrylic painting, oil pastel, charcoal, and colored pencil.
I’ve been drawing and painting since very early childhood and have always embraced it as a part of who I am, and known it to be valuable resource in my life. A lot of my inspiration comes from the landscapes I grew up with or the feelings the weather or a book inspired in me. I believe that art is an outlet for both processing feelings or events through life, and is an underused tool to develop skills in observation and critical thinking. My teaching style is calm and centered in being a safe space and showing that the creative process can provide joy and peace. Mistakes happen, but its never the end of the world or something to be ashamed of. I'm dedicated to helping people better understand the world around them and to developing relationships to enrich life through art. I believe anyone who is interested and willing to try can become an artist.
I have been an art teacher for four years, and before that had six years of experience in support roles providing supervision and guidance to children within classroom and day-care settings.
In my free time I enjoy being outside, knitting, crocheting and am a big fiction reader. This year I hope to use my sketchbook practice to document my walks, bird sightings, and travels.Reviews
Live Group Class
$15
weekly1x per week
45 min
Completed by 10 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
2-6 learners per class
