Fun With Watercolor Painting Summer Camp #6: Lilacs, Butterfly, and Sunflower
In this 3-day camp, learners will have fun learning and exploring different watercolor techniques while painting loose lilacs, a butterfly and vines, and a loose sunflower. Each one will showcase different techniques and methods.
Jennifer Stevens
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(410)
What's included
3 live meetings
2 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
Hi everyone! I am so excited to offer this new multi-day camp where we will have some fun with watercolor painting! We will create three paintings in this camp using slightly different techniques and methods. The style of painting we will be using in the camp is the "loose" style. This means that our images have the same shapes, feel, and colors as what we are painting, but not all the detail. Over the three days, we will create a delicate butterfly, some loose lilacs in a jar, and a loose sunflower. At the beginning of each class, the students will say hi and be encouraged to share something fun. I will then guide them through the day's painting, encourage questions, check in often with them, and at the end of class, they may share their paintings (if they choose not to, that is okay also). By the of the week, your students will have three very different paintings, all of which they will be super proud of. The learners will be able to flower me on video as I walk them through the painting step-by-step. I encourage the learners to make the paintings their own if they decide they would like a different color or have another twist on what I am showing. Day 1: Delicate Butterfly-- we will discuss the wet-on-wet method of painting and how it allows our paints to spread and blend in a way that is organic and natural. We will then prepare our paper and paints by taping the paper to our work surface and getting our paints wet. Once our paints are ready, we will sketch our butterflies and vines and then get to the good stuff: Painting! Day 2: Loose Lilacs in a Jar-- on our second day, we will talk about how not every painting has to be done with a lot of details, but how you can use clean edges and simple brush strokes to give the illusion of petals, shadows, and stems. Day 3: Loose Sunflower-- for our third day, we will discuss how layering our colors and concentrating on the process instead of the outcome can lead to some amazing paintings! **It is IMPORTANT that learners have paper specifically meant for watercolor painting (not printer paper, cardstock, or mixed media paper) and soft bristle brushes meant for watercolor; this will lead to less frustration for your learner down the road. Supplies: -Watercolor paper 140lb (100% cotton is the best) -Paintbrushes (soft bristles, meant for watercolor) -Watercolor paints -2 cups of water -Masking/painters/washi tape -Paper towel -Black gel pen or thin point sharpie -Pencil and eraser
Other Details
Supply List
Please contact me if you would like recommendations for different papers, paints, or brushes. Supplies: -Watercolor paper 140lb (100% cotton is the best) Here is a link to affordable 100% cotton paper-- https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08LJG6QGZ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 -Paintbrushes (soft bristles, meant for watercolor) -Watercolor paints -2 cups of water -Masking/painters/washi tape -Paper towel -Black gel pen or thin point sharpie -Hairdryer -Pencil and eraser
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined July, 2020
5.0
410reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
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Hi everyone! I am a graduate of Western Washington University with a B.A. in English and a minor in art history. I grew up in Washington State but have lived out on the east coast for most of my adult life. I have been a nanny, homework coach, and tutor for over 20 years. I love working with younger children and teens to help them realize the potential within. I work with kids ages 4 to 18 in reading, reading comprehension, reading remediation, grammar, language arts, elementary/middle school math, pre-algebra, organizational/study skills, HSPT, and ISEE exams.
Whenever I work with a child, whether it's in academics, art/crafting, or baking, I meet the child where they are and build them up from there; I am patient, kind, and understanding. Every child must know that a mistake is not a bad thing, just one step on the path to learning something new and that these steps are the building blocks of understanding.
During my free time, I love to paint, craft, and bake! I have been creating art and crafts for the last ten-plus years and selling them at local shows. I make 3-D paper flowers, burlap wreaths, stamped coasters, work with alcohol inks, fluid painting, watercolor painting, decoupage, and bookbinding. I hope to share all of these with the learners on Outschool!
Finally, I love to bake and cook! I used to sell my bread at a local farmers' market when I lived in Washington State. I am continually trying a new recipe or perfecting one of my own to share with everyone. When I was a nanny, baking and cooking were two of my favorite things to do with the kids. I taught them to bake cookies, bread, breakfast, and even how to roast a chicken.
Thank you for allowing me to work with your children and helping them realize they can do whatever they set their minds to. The only limits they have are the ones they place on themselves.Reviews
Live Group Class
$50
for 3 classes3x per week, 1 week
50 min
Completed by 6 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-13
1-8 learners per class
