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Drawing Distorted Portraits Using Reflections

Completed by 2 learners
Ages 12-15
Live One-Time Class
In this one time drawing class learners will explore distorted proportions of the portrait when looking through the lens of reflections.
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:
(77 reviews)

Live video meetings
Meets once
3-6 learners per class
55 min

What's included

1 live meeting
55 mins in-class hours

Class Experience

In this one time intermediate drawing class learners will create unique pencil or ink self portrait drawings distorted by reflections. 
We will first examine samples by the great masters 
( Pieter Claesz, Vanitas with Violin and Glass Ball
Parmigianino, Self-portrait in a mirror
The Arnolfini Portrait, by Jan Van Eyck 
Hand with Reflecting Sphere by MC Escher) 
We will then move on to examine our own objects of reflection and identify the distortions in the surface. 
We will create a pencil sketch first outlining our contours, proportions, and composition.  We will complete our work by building up our values using hatching and cross hatching techniques with a fine liner.  

Learners in this class should be comfortable speaking and sharing on camera as that will be our primary method of communication.
In this class learners will enjoy some discussion as we look at our samples and supplies, we will work together through the exercise and the learners will be able to see the teacher's progress as they make their own. This is NOT a step-by-step class. Learners in this class will be guided through the art exercise but will work on individual pieces unique to them.  
In this class learners will benefit from having a strong interest in drawing and drawing techniques and be familiar with intermediate visual arts language including terms such as contour, value, composition, focal point, and contrast. 

*Please note - while our goal is to complete a finished drawing during class time, every artist works at different paces and so it is possible that learners will not complete the inking process by the end of the class time. Completing the drawing outside class time and sharing in the classroom at a later time is always encouraged. Learners will leave class with the knowledge and experience needed to complete any unfinished progress in their own time* 

**This class will require minimal enrollment of 3 learners to run. Inquiries about private lessons are welcome**

Learning Goals

Learners will come away from this one time class with the knowledge and practice needed to further explore observational drawing, traditional hatching and cross hatching techniques, and the ability to create and work from a value scale.

Other Details

Supply List
To be successful learners will want to ensure they have
- Pencil and sharpener - 2H to HB or mechanical pencils work best
- White vinyl eraser
-Fine Liner - sizes: .3 or .5 recommended (whatever you have will be fine) 
- 3-5 white or off white sheets of paper  (size recommended = 8x10 or 9x12) 
- Reflective object that fits in the hand such as a spoon or metalic cup. Please message the teacher if you have an object and want to know if it will work for this exercise.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
We will look at samples : Pieter Claesz, Vanitas with Violin and Glass Ball Parmigianino, Self-portrait in a mirror The Arnolfini Portrait, by Jan Van Eyck Hand with Reflecting Sphere by MC Escher

Meet the teacher

Joined February, 2020
4.9
77reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
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NOTICE OF HOURS: 
---> Does it look like nothing is on the calendar? Mrs. Ross teaches many private lessons and flex classes that aren't always shown on the calendar. Reach out if you don't see what you are looking for. 

----> Mrs. Ross will be running self paced courses through Summer months.  Mrs. Ross's live classes, lessons, and tutoring for the 2024/25 school year will begin during the second week of September. Spots are filling up so please inquire as early as possible.  Fall schedule will be solidified Mid August for the following fall term. 

---> Have a question? No form replies, personal replies in 24-48 hours. 

----> Questions about art supplies and resources? I'm happy to chat any time. I'm here to support your learners' art goals even in between sessions/classes. 

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" With a focus on traditional media, old and new art techniques and a core understanding of the principals and elements of art and design, I strive to give learners the tools they need to not only be successful artists but to facilitate the ability to apply those tools to creative thinking and discovery outside the classroom.  In this classroom we are co-learners and we explore the course material together. " - Sharon Ross

Sharon is a professional fine artist/illustrator who has been teaching studio curriculum on Outschool for 6 years . Prior to bringing her art and art technique programs to Outschool she taught in schools, community centers, and private studios dating back to 2006. 

Sharon has illustrated FOUR published children’s books, as well as a few that never made it to print. Check out her newest picture book "Refin Builds A Rocket Ship". 

When she isn’t sharing her passion for the arts with learners on Outschool Sharon is creating work in as many different mediums as she can get her hands on.. Sharon's classes are rooted in Reggio philosophies and strives to equip learners with the tools they need to be successful in AND outside the classroom.

"Fun facts: I have lived in two countries, four states, one province,  and ten cities! 
I am a mom to two young boys have an endless supply of crayons and paint. 

Welcome to my classroom! I look forward to learning with you."

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