Drawing Techniques III
Dive deep and develop your observational drawing skills using alternative strategies on traditional methods of drawing!
Jennifer Rolfsness
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4.8
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What's included
4 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentClass Experience
In this class, we will focus on developing your drawing skills through fun projects that are based in traditional drawing methods - with a fun twist! Different methods we will explore together include: *Dissection - a method of drawing that focuses on breaking an object down into many parts. *Repetition & Variation - a method that forces the artist to look at many angles and points of view within the same object. *Zoom - a method that focuses on analyzing and breaking a large object down into very small sections of study. *Enlarge - a method that focuses on very small objects and enlarging them to examine their details. No background knowledge is required for this course. It is recommended that students take Drawing Techniques before taking this course, but it is not required. The Drawing Techniques, Drawing Techniques II and Drawing Techniques III courses can be taken in any sequence. For homework, students will need to spend between 1 and 2 hours per week developing a final artwork, using the instructions/discussion from the week, that will be provided in a video at the beginning of each week. Learner progress will be evaluated through in progress photos of their work and correspondence with the teacher about progression during the creation process throughout the week. The teacher will provide individual feedback and guidance as the student works through their weekly projects. This is a self-paced class with no live meetings. Students will be provided videos and instruction for each lesson and skills to practice. The teacher will provide feedback to student work within a day of posting. Students are encouraged to pace themselves to one lesson a week, but can spend as much time as needed to complete the projects.
Syllabus
4 Lessons
over 4 WeeksLesson 1:
Drawing Multiple Dissections of an Object
Objective: Students will learn how to break down an object into its basic shapes and forms and draw an object from multiple points of view.
Activities:
Introduction to the concept of dissections in drawing.
Demonstration of drawing an object with simple geometric shapes and from different views.
Practice drawing multiple dissections of an object of their choice. Lesson 2:
Drawing in Repetition and Variation
Objective: Explore the use of repetition and variation in drawing to create visual interest.
Activities:
Discussion on the principles of repetition and variation in art.
Drawing exercise: Create a series of drawings of the same object, varying its position, size, and orientation. Lesson 3:
Creating a Large Drawing of a Small Object
Objective: Students will learn how to scale up a small object to create a large drawing.
Activities:
Demonstration of scaling techniques.
Drawing exercise: Scale up a small object to create a larger-than-life drawing. Lesson 4:
Using the Zoom Technique to Draw Details of an Object
Objective: Focus on drawing the intricate details of an object using the zoom technique.
Activities:
Demonstration of the zoom technique: Focus on a small section of an object.
Drawing exercise: Zoom in on different parts of an object to draw its details. Other Details
Supply List
Materials for the course include: Drawing Supplies: kneaded eraser, blending stub, compressed charcoal stick, graphite stick (HB, 2B, or 4B) and/or drawing pencils (HB, 2B, and 4B) Papers: For the first two lessons, you will need at least 2 or 3 pieces of drawing paper no smaller than 9"x12". Preferably paper that is closer to 12"x18" or 16"x20" For the last two lessons, you will need 2 or 3 papers that are 18"x24". Most supplies cost between $20 and $25 total.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined August, 2017
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337reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Maryland Teaching Certificate in Music/Theater/Arts
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Boston University
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Towson University
Artist. Teacher. Mother.
Hello! I am an art educator that has a passion for teaching all things art related. My experiences include teaching painting/drawing, photography, graphic design, sewing, sculpture, and art history to all ages (Kindergarten thru College). My goal with each student is to not only teach them how to improve their skill and knowledge, but how to think creatively and reflect themselves in their artwork.
My background includes a Bachelors of Art Education through Towson University and a Masters of Art Education through Boston University.
I am an active artist myself; frequently showing work in exhibits and working on various painting and graphic design commissions. I feel that in order to be a successful and current art educator, it is important to constantly be working as a professional artist in the field and to bring that knowledge and experience into the classroom.
I look forward to teaching your developing artists!Reviews
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Ages: 8-13
