Fun With Watercolor Painting Summer Camp #7: Galaxies
In this 4-day camp, learners will have fun learning and exploring different watercolor techniques while painting three galaxy scenes, each showcasing different color schemes.
Jennifer Stevens
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(410)
What's included
4 live meetings
3 hrs 20 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! In this camp, we will create three paintings, all using slightly different techniques and methods. Over the three days, we will create colorful and beautiful galaxy scenes. 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 encourag them to share their paintings at the end of class (if they choose not to, that is okay also). By the end of the week, your student will have three very different paintings, all of which they will be super proud of. Day 1: Colorful Galaxy and Moon-- 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 materials, tape our paper down, and get our paints wet. Once our paper is taped down, we will sketch our moon and then get to the good stuff: Painting! Day 2: Yellow & Blue Galaxy with Moon-- 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 colors and simple highlights to give the illusion of light and stars. Day 3: Galaxy and Planet-- for our third day, we will use the wet-on-dry and wet-on-wet methods to paint a Saturn-like planet and a glowing white space cloud. Day 4: Galaxy of their choice using all the techniques demonstrated and practiced in the first three 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. 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 -Hairdryer -Pencil and eraser -white acrylic paint -old toothbrush -white gel pen (optional) -toothpicks (optional)
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Supply List
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 -Hairdryer -Pencil and eraser -white acrylic paint -old toothbrush -white gel pen (optional) -toothpicks (optional)
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 4 classes1x per week, 4 weeks
50 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-13
2-12 learners per class
