Watercolor Around the World
This ongoing course invites students to use watercolor, pencil, and black markers to watercolor some of the world's most magical places!
AJ Crocker
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(45)
What's included
8 live meetings
7 hrs 20 mins in-class hoursGrading
Art PortfolioClass Experience
This 8-week course invites students to use watercolor, pencil, and black markers to watercolor some of the world's most magical places! Each week, we will focus on a new location, learn a bit about the geography, culture, and natural environment before we jump into selecting an inspirational image from the place and painting a piece of art inspired by the location. This course pairs geography and art in a way that is sure to inspire students and support their understanding of the world.
Learning Goals
Students will use pencils, watercolors, and markers to paint an image inspired by a countryStudents will be familiar with 8 new countries and their locations, cultures, and natural environment.
Syllabus
8 Lessons
over 8 WeeksLesson 1:
Costa Rica & the Manuel Antonio Nature reserve
Learn about the incredible biodiversity of this Central American country. Take a virtual tour of the rainforest, and then select a favorite image from Manuel Antonio park to watercolor. 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Tanzania & the Great Rift Valley
Discover one of the most breathtaking natural places in the world - and the place where human kind is said to have started! Explore Tanzania, including Kiswahili language and the world of the Serengeti, then choose an image from the country to create a watercolor painting of. 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Vietnam & Halong Bay
In Vietnams Halong Bay, beautiful limestone rocks jut from the water and create a unique and beautiful maze for boaters and other adventurers. Explore the country's many beautiful spaces, then select and image from Halong Bay to paint. 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
USA (New York City) & the Statue of Liberty
The USA has many incredible spaces, but none as iconic as the Statue of Liberty in NYC. Explore the tiny (but mighty) island of Manhattan, then take on the challenge of blending the PERFECT green to paint the Statue of Liberty. 55 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Supply List
Watercolor paper (like this or similar: https://www.amazon.com/Strathmore-27-209-Youth-Paint-Sheets/dp/B000J33PK0/ref=sr_1_6?hvadid=630898820590&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9004414&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=777717427838253373&hvtargid=kwd-3842535142&hydadcr=24634_13626630&keywords=watercolor+paper+pad&qid=1683843528&sr=8-6) Watercolor palette (like this or similar: https://www.amazon.com/Watercolor-Non-toxic-Refillable-Washable-Children/dp/B092QTCLTM/ref=sr_1_6?crid=1VS896XY0RA9K&keywords=watercolor+paint&qid=1683843579&sprefix=watercolor+paint%2Caps%2C89&sr=8-6) Basic Pencil Fine tipped felt pen (for example a thin sharpie)
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined April, 2023
4.9
45reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Colorado Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Master's Degree in Education from Teachers College, Columbia University
Hi! My name is AJ! I am passionate about teaching reading, writing, music, and art.
I am an experienced educator - 8 years in public school classrooms, and another 5 years teaching art, theater, and music for various organizations. I hold a Masters of Science in Teaching & Learning and a Masters of Art in International Education Development from Columbia University. I am certified in K-5 elementary education and 6-12 social studies.
My teaching philosophy balances student success with student happiness. I hold all participants to high standards, but manage their needs with compassion and understanding. I value process-based learning where mistakes are celebrated as an important part of learning something new.Reviews
Live Group Class
$13
weekly or $100 for 8 classes1x per week, 8 weeks
55 min
Completed by 3 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
4-10 learners per class
