Fall Watercolor Painting Basics
In this fall watercolor painting art club, students will learn basic watercolor techniques to paint pumpkins and fall leaves, a cozy squirrel drinking hot cocoa, an autumn sunflower, and an autumn landscape.
Torri McCarrey
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What's included
1 live meeting
1 hrs 20 mins in-class hours per weekHomework
Students may need to finish paintings outside of the designated class time.Assessment
Students will be assessed throughout class and at the end of class through questions and/or sharing of drawings.Class Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
Beginner - Intermediate Level
In this fall watercolor painting art club, students will learn a variety of watercolor paint techniques to paint pumpkins and fall leaves, a cozy squirrel drinking hot cocoa, an autumn sunflower, and an autumn landscape. Please note that students can enroll in this class at any time. Each scheduled meeting will be spent painting ONE picture and learning different watercolor painting techniques. Students do not need to be enrolled in previous weeks of this class to be successful. Please check the weekly break-down below for specific learning goals, scheduled classes, and needed supplies of each class. For every class, I will demonstrate each step for students and have students complete that step along with me. My classroom is a calm, fun, and creative environment where discussion between teacher and students is encouraged and a great place for students to make lasting friendships. I ask students questions throughout the lesson to check for student understanding and increase engagement. Students may interact with each other if they want to share what they learn during class. Week of November 5 - 11: Pumpkins and Fall Leaves 1. Students will learn techniques to sketch pumpkins and fall leaves, using pencil. 2. Students will learn what a watercolor wet on wet technique is, using water, a paintbrush, and watercolor paint. 3. Students will learn what a watercolor dragging technique is, using water, a paintbrush, and watercolor paint. 4. Students will learn how to add texture to a watercolor painting, using salt, and watercolor paint. 5. Students will learn to use colored pencil with watercolor paint to create detail. Week of November 12 - 18: Cozy Squirrel Drinking Hot Cocoa 1. Students will learn techniques to sketch a cozy squirrel (fully body), using pencil. 2. Students will learn what a watercolor flat wash technique is, using a paintbrush and watercolor paint. 3. Students will learn what a watercolor charging technique is, using a paintbrush, and watercolor paint. 4. Students will learn to create texture with watercolor paint, using colored pencils, gel pen, etc. Week of November 19 - 25: Autumn Sunflower 1. Students will learn techniques to sketch an autumn sunflower, using pencil. 2. Students will learn what a watercolor wet on dry technique is, using a paintbrush and watercolor paint. 3. Students will learn what a watercolor lifting off technique is, using a paintbrush, paper towels, and watercolor paint. 4. Students will learn to add texture to a watercolor painting, using salt, and watercolor paint. Week of November 26 - December 2: Autumn Landscape 1. Students will learn what a watercolor wet on wet technique is, using water, a paintbrush, and watercolor paint. 2. Students will learn what a watercolor lifting off technique is, using a paintbrush, paper towels, and watercolor paint. 3. Students will learn what a watercolor dry brush technique is, using a paintbrush, and watercolor paint. 4. Students will learn what a wax resist technique is, using a crayon or colored pencil.
Learning Goals
Pumpkins and Fall Leaves
1. Students will learn techniques to sketch pumpkins and fall leaves, using pencil.
2. Students will learn what a watercolor wet on wet technique is, using water, a paintbrush, and watercolor paint.
3. Students will learn what a watercolor dragging technique is, using water, a paintbrush, and watercolor paint.
4. Students will learn how to add texture to a watercolor painting, using salt, and watercolor paint.
5. Students will learn to use colored pencil with watercolor to create detail.
Cozy Squirrel Drinking Hot Cocoa
1. Students will learn techniques to sketch a cozy squirrel (fully body), using pencil.
2. Students will learn what a watercolor flat wash technique is, using a paintbrush and watercolor paint.
3. Students will learn what a watercolor charging technique is, using a paintbrush, and watercolor paint.
4. Students will learn to create texture with watercolor paint, using colored pencils, gel pen, etc.
Autumn Sunflower
1. Students will learn techniques to sketch an autumn sunflower, using pencil.
2. Students will learn what a watercolor wet on dry technique is, using a paintbrush and watercolor paint.
3. Students will learn what a watercolor lifting off technique is, using a paintbrush, paper towels, and watercolor paint.
4. Students will learn to add texture to a watercolor painting, using salt, and watercolor paint.
Autumn Landscape
1. Students will learn what a watercolor wet on wet technique is, using water, a paintbrush, and watercolor paint.
2. Students will learn what a watercolor lifting off technique is, using a paintbrush, paper towels, and watercolor paint.
3. Students will learn what a watercolor dry brush technique is, using a paintbrush, and watercolor paint.
4. Students will learn what a wax resist technique is, using a crayon or colored pencil.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Please be aware that this course uses materials that may be harmful to your student if used inappropriately. If you think your student may use any class materials inappropriately and/or potentially cause harm, please provide adult supervision for your student.
Supply List
***IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ*** I will use Canson's cold press watercolor paper, 140 lb/300 g, but students can use what paper they have. Cold press paper has more texture, whereas hot press paper is more smooth. Students are welcome to use either type. If you are unable to purchase watercolor paper, students can use thick sketch or mix media paper. As far as watercolor paint, there are a lot of different brands to choose from. Unless you want to, you do not need to purchase anything expensive. If you have a cheap set lying around the house, students are welcome to use them! I will use a mixture of watercolor brands, some being cheaper than others. If you want to invest in a higher quality watercolor paint, Windsor & Newton is a good option. There are also a variety of paint brushes students can use. Students DO NOT need the exact brushes I will use. If possible, I recommend students having a smaller fan brush, detail brush or very small round brush, and/or shader brush. I use the shader brushes mostly in sizes 10, 8, and 6. There are brush sets with a variety of brushes you can purchase at a reasonable price. Again, please do not feel like you have to purchase a lot of brushes for this class. Even if your student has a single brush, we will make it work. Students may use masking tape or washi tape for the boarders of their paintings. This makes for crisp edges, as well as helping the paper to not warp as bad. I will be using washi tape I found on Amazon. Tape that isn't super sticky is best so there is less chance of it tearing the paper. If you have any questions, or need help, don't hesitate to reach out! :) Pumpkins and Fall Leaves -Watercolor paper -Everyday pencil and eraser -Watercolor paint: yellow, orange, red, brown, blue, green -Paint brushes -Paint palette to mix paint on -Paper towels -Jar of water (to rinse brushes) -Salt (regular table salt) OPTIONAL: white gel pen, washi tape Cozy Squirrel Drinking Hot Cocoa -Watercolor paper -Everyday pencil and eraser -Watercolor paint: yellow, orange, red, brown, blue, green -Paint brushes -Paint palette to mix paint on -Paper towels -Jar of water (to rinse brushes) OPTIONAL: pens, washi tape, colored pencils Autumn Sunflower -Watercolor paper -Everyday pencil and eraser -Watercolor paint: yellow, orange, red, brown, blue, green -Paint brushes -Paint palette to mix paint on -Paper towels -Jar of water (to rinse brushes) -Salt (regular table salt) OPTIONAL: pens, washi tape, colored pencils Autumn Landscape -Watercolor paper -Everyday pencil and eraser -Watercolor paint: yellow, orange, red, brown, blue, green -Paint brushes -Paint palette to mix paint on -Paper towels -Jar of water (to rinse brushes) -White crayon, or colored pencil OPTIONAL: pens, washi tape, colored pencils
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Weber State University
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After graduating with Bachelor's Degrees in Elementary and Early Childhood Education, I decided to make the leap of starting my author and illustrator career. Since then, I have written and illustrated my first middle grade fantasy book, Brush of Magic, with many more in the works!
Along with running my own art and book shop, I design and teach a variety of drawing and painting classes, ranging from realistic sketching, watercolor painting, fantasy drawing, and illustration. I have taught for about 9 years, 4 of which have been specific to art. I love the time I get to spend with my students, creating art, and chatting about booksβespecially if the books and art are whimsical or magical!
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Live Group Class
$18
weekly1x per week
80 min
Completed by 19 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-15
1-12 learners per class
