What's included
1 live meeting
55 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
What will be taught? Children will learn the basics of drawing, including shapes, lines, shading, and simple perspectives, while focusing on creativity and self-expression. What topics will you cover? Week 1: January 9, 2024 - Introduction to Drawing Getting to know each other and materials. Basic shapes and lines: The building blocks of drawing. Week 2: January 16, 2024 - Exploring Colors Introduction to the color wheel. Mixing colors and creating a color palette. Week 3: January 23, 2024 - Drawing Nature: Trees and Leaves How to draw trees, leaves, and natural textures. Adding dimension with shading. Week 4: January 30, 2024 - Cartoon Characters Basic shapes for creating characters. Expressing emotions through facial features. Week 5: February 6, 2024 - Animals in Action Drawing animals step-by-step. Adding movement and personality to animals. Week 6: February 13, 2024 - Landscapes and Backgrounds Creating a simple landscape: Sky, ground, and horizon. Introduction to perspective. Week 7: February 20, 2024 - Drawing Everyday Objects Observational drawing: Fruits, toys, and simple household items. Understanding proportions. Week 8: February 27, 2024 - Imaginary Worlds Designing fantasy settings: Castles, planets, and underwater cities. Using imagination to create unique scenes. Week 9: March 5, 2024 - People and Portraits Basics of drawing people. Proportions of the face and body. Week 10: March 12, 2024 - Superheroes and Villains Creating your own superhero or villain. Using action poses to tell a story. Week 11: March 19, 2024 - Seasonal Art: Winter and Snowflakes Drawing snowy scenes and winter landscapes. Experimenting with patterns and textures. Week 12: March 26, 2024 - Storytelling Through Drawing Creating a mini comic or story illustration. Using drawings to tell a story without words. Week 13: April 2, 2024 - Cityscapes and Buildings Drawing buildings, streets, and urban details. Introduction to one-point perspective. Week 14: April 9, 2024 - Under the Sea Drawing sea creatures and underwater scenery. Using blues and greens for watery effects. Week 15: April 16, 2024 - Final Project and Art Showcase Kids create their own unique artwork combining what they've learned. Showcase and celebrate everyone’s work! How is your class structured? The class is divided into warm-up activities, a themed lesson, guided practice, and a creative free-drawing session. How will you teach? I will use a mix of demonstrations, step-by-step tutorials, and creative exercises tailored for young learners. What's your teaching style? My teaching style is interactive, encouraging, and focused on building confidence and fun. I adapt to each child's pace and foster a positive environment for exploration. How much will learners get to interact with you? Children will interact with me through: Live demonstrations Fun drawing games Group discussions about their work Personalized feedback during practice and free-drawing time
Learning Goals
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External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
I have a Bachelor's Degree in Animation and illustration and years of experience as an artist and educator, combining my passion for storytelling and art with teaching. My work has been featured in multiple international film festivals, and I’ve been recognized for creating animated stories that inspire and educate.
I have taught art and creative techniques in classroom settings, workshops, and online courses for over five years. My experience includes working with children ages 2-18, introducing them to the joys of art through fun, interactive projects that build their confidence and skills.
Beyond my professional training, I bring a deep understanding of how to engage young learners, foster creativity, and create a supportive environment where kids feel excited to express themselves. Having a daughter myself, I know firsthand how to connect with children and encourage their imaginations to flourish!
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Live Group Class
$20
weekly1x per week
55 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-11
1-18 learners per class