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Drawing Figures and Gestures Part 1, Art Class on How to Draw the Body

Learn the basics of drawing human anatomy and the proportions of the human figure. We will be exploring the basic construction of the human form, then building upon our simple structures with complex shapes, values, and details.
Eileen Salazar
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:
(82)
Class

What's included

1 live meeting
55 mins in-class hours

Class Experience

Class Format:

This class will follow a demonstration and discussion model that helps students learn by doing, with many chances to ask questions, and check for understanding.  

We will start with gaining understanding of anatomy, figures, and gestures through a guided discussion.
We will go over the proportions of the human body, practice finding gesture lines, and learning a simplified method to finding body placement.
We will practice drawing simplified form, and then learn how to add details and values to "sculpt" our figures.

Learning Goals

We will be able to understand the basic components to drawing the human form by learning about anatomy, figures, and gestures through a guided workshop.
learning goal

Other Details

Supply List
Blank paper or sketchbook
Pencil
One colored pencil, any color.
Eraser
Pencil Sharpener
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined August, 2020
4.9
82reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Texas Teaching Certificate in Special Education
Texas Teaching Certificate in Secondary Education
Texas Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Texas Teaching Certificate in English to Speakers of Other Languages
Texas Teaching Certificate in Music/Theater/Arts
Welcome!   I am a Texas certified teacher in Art EC-12, Generalist EC-6, Generalist 4-8, Special Education, and English as a Second Language.  I have taught in a physical classroom for nine years, focusing on Art, English Language Arts, ESL, and Reading Intervention.  Prior to the classroom, I was a substitute for all grade levels, and hosted book clubs for both school-aged learners, as well as college students.  

I offer classes in drawing mediums, painting, paper mache, printmaking, and the artistic behaviors and processes.  As well, I am available to offer critique and coaching for portfolios, contests, and tutoring for personal improvement.  

I have worked with a variety of learning profiles, and believe each individual deserves an education that is tailored to their specific strengths and needs.  I am eager to partner with you and your learner to achieve their academic goals, while having fun along the way!

I love reading, urban sketching, karaoke, fluffy dogs, and spending time with my family!  

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Meets once
55 min
Completed by 244 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-14
1-18 learners per class

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