What's included
1 live meeting
1 hrs 15 mins in-class hours per weekHomework
If students do not finish the painting in class, they can finish it outside of class. Students are encouraged to post a picture of the finished painting to the classroom! :)Class Experience
US Grade 4 - 7
Beginner Level
In this ongoing class, we will create whimsical acrylic paintings inspired by the seasons and holidays! This class will be step-by-step as I will provide clear and precise instruction on how to paint the subject. I will begin class by showing the learners an exemplar that I did. We will do a quick "supply check" before we begin each class. We will learn different painting techniques, such as "wet on wet", "dry-brush", painting with sponges and Q-Tips, color mixing, creating shadows and highlights, etc. We will also learn basic drawing techniques, such as perspective and proportion. A few days prior to class, I will provide a photo in the classroom of what we will be painting that week. I will also list the supplies and colors that will be needed for the next class. My teaching style is very positive and encouraging! My classroom is a laid-back, fun atmosphere. I like to be engaging, joke, and laugh with the students! No prior knowledge or experience is required. Please note: Students who are 10 minutes late for the class will not be permitted to enter the classroom. They can refer to the recording. Schedule: *2025* Week of January 6: Starry desert night! Week of January 13: Busy beehive! Week of January 20: Whimsical sun and moon! Week of January 27: Rainy day cat in the window! Week of February 3: Yummy avocados! Week of February 10: "Key to My Heart"! Week of February 17: Colorful splatter butterfly! Week of February 24: Lavish green succulent! Week of March 3: Blue Moon rising! Week of March 10: Lucky truck! Week of March 17: Serene waterfall scene! Week of March 24: Vibrant red hibiscus flower! Week of March 31: Colorful rainbow trees! Week of April 7: Calm moonlit mountain lake scene! Week of April 14: Majestic unicorn silhouette! Week of April 21: Yummy sushi platter! Week of April 28: Wispy clouds with airplane! ** More painting themes will be added! **
Learning Goals
Students will learn how to mix and apply paint to a canvas. Not only will students learn painting techniques, such as blending, shading, highlighting, drybrush, etc., but they will learn some basic drawing skills as well!
Other Details
Supply List
Canvas or canvas board of any size. Acrylic paints (red, blue, green, yellow, black, white, orange, brown, violet). On Monday of that week, I will also post in the classroom what specific colors the students will need. Paintbrushes of various sizes. White chalk. Cup. Water. Paper towels. Hair dryer (for drying paint faster on the canvas). Palette, palette paper or paper dish. Pencil.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Teacher expertise and credentials
New Jersey Teaching Certificate in Music/Theater/Arts
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Moore College of Art and Design
Hello, my name is Mrs. Jennifer! I teach art and animal-related classes!
Art Education:
I have been working with children since I was 15 years old! I knew from a very young age that I wanted to work with children.
I graduated from Moore College of Art & Design with a Bachelor's of Fine Arts. While at Moore, I majored in Art Education and obtained my Art Education Certification. I am certified to teach art to students in grades Kindergarten to 12th grade in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. I have taught art to students from Kindergarten to 12th grade for over 18 years! I've taught everything from painting, drawing, sculpture, design, art history and crafts! I incorporate other subjects into my lessons such as geometry, science and history!
I really enjoy teaching online!
Animal Education:
I am a volunteer for my local animal control shelter. I have been caring for dogs in the shelter for about 14 years.
While volunteering, I have learned from the Behavior Specialist how to properly walk a dog, their behavior, their demeanor and how to introduce dogs into a home.
While at the shelter, I have also learned how the shelter operates. As part of the volunteering, I have worked closely with dogs who have been at the shelter for longer than 30 days. I was responsible for marketing the dog as well as meeting with potential adopters and their dogs for "meet and greets". I have also managed adoption events.
Also, I worked closely with my city's only lifesaving shelter. I was the manager for the "cat room" at my local Petsmart. I, along with 12 other wonderful volunteers, would clean the cages and replenish fresh food and water for the cats. I would oversee the volunteers in making sure that the room and laundry/bedding were clean. I transported cats from the main shelter to the Petsmart adoption cat room. I also approved/denied the cat adoption applications.
Non-Profit Education:
In addition to volunteering at the shelter, I volunteer with a local non-profit. I am a community partner who goes into schools and presents a Power Point presentation to the students on animal-related topics such as how to control the stray/feral cat population and pitbulls. I have received an award from the non-profit for my work done in our city's schools. I have even brought my own dog to the classrooms!
My Teaching Method:
My classroom setting is a positive one filled with encouragement and reinforcement. I have a number of the same learners who have been in my ongoing classes for 2+ years! I bring a lot of humor into the classroom as well! I believe in having a lot of fun with the students and connecting with them through laughter. In addition, I am patient, energetic, engaging and interactive. Not only will the students learn from me, but I will be learning from them! I believe that learning is a two-way street! We will be discovering new things in the classroom together! My passion for art and teaching will shine bright in my online classroom! I will be providing a wonderful space where children can be creative and can express themselves through art!
When I am not teaching, I am bike riding or reading! I also love taking long walks with my pup, Oliver! I currently reside in Philadelphia, PA with my husband.
Reviews
Live Group Class
$22
weekly1x per week
75 min
Completed by 47 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-13
2-9 learners per class
Financial Assistance
Tutoring
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