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Drawing Semi-Realism Faces for Beginners!

Experiment and learn to sketch/draw semi-realism art. We'll complete a step-by-step piece during the last class.
Ms. Jones - Jones of Art
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:
(127)
Class

What's included

4 live meetings
3 in-class hours

Class Experience

Learn how to sketch/draw with semi-realism style in pencil with basic drawing techniques for beginners! 
Learn to use a series of basic shapes and shading techniques to create dimensional sketches of subjects.  
Photos will be provided for class learning and as inspiration for outside class sketches.
We'll share and discuss these sketches and different techniques throughout the class with all students. 
Questions and demonstrations throughout for learning comprehension. 
Knowledge of basic shapes such as a cylinder, sphere, etc. helpful.  

Week 1 - We'll study and draw basic shapes found in images of semi-realism characters and discuss differences
Week 2 - We'll warm up with some light and shading techniques then add some value shading to our pencil sketches from the provided images.
Week 3 - We'll develop and draw a semi-realism inspired piece/ portrait 
Week 4 - We'll review all techniques before doing one final step - by - step semi-realism drawing. (Coloring Optional) 

At the end of class on week 4, we'll review what we learned and share our art with one another.

Learning Goals

Students will sharpen their mental attention to details and problems solving. They'll learn to see simple details in complex objects then develop with greater accuracy what they imagine.
learning goal

Other Details

Supply List
Learner Supply List: 
Pencil, Colored Pencils, Drawing Paper (no lines please), Eraser

Provided: Printable worksheet with sample images for drawing in class.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined April, 2020
4.8
127reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Hello Creative Friends! 

I am Jennifer Jones - Jones of Art: professional Artist , Art Instructor, and Muralist. 

You'll learn the basic and advanced techniques of drawing, how to paint and utilize mixed mediums, dabble with pastels, be inspired by artists in history, learn basic animation, digital arts, and much more... You'll gain new motor and cognitive skills along with a new awareness of the importance of creativity and art in our everyday lives as well as your community. 

Background: Bachelor's Degree in Media Arts and Animation stemming from Fine Arts with 15 years of instructing experience. I am truly passionate about helping others through art by teaching and experimenting with new techniques and helping students see the world from a new perspective. As a professional Artist and former Chair of the Leander Public Art Commission for the City of Leander, I strive to bring excellent education about art in the community and all areas to those who love to learn, create and explore! 

Check out the fun: https://www.JonesOfArt.com 
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Learn about the Leander Public Art Commission here:  
https://www.leandertx.gov/pac

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$65

for 4 classes
1x per week, 4 weeks
45 min

Completed by 11 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-12
3-10 learners per class

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