Geological Gemstones and Dragons! Socially Creative Clay Sculpting Club
In this weekly class, we will learn about gemstones and their geological properties, then sculpt a Dragon based on them. Social discussion is always encouraged. Join any week. Interactive Game and Art/Hobby Sharing time is included.
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What's included
1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
🌟 Try your First Class FREE! Use Coupon code: COURSESMYTHICAL17 🌟 🔻November 2024 will include the following: Week of 11/3: Zabuyelite Week of 11/10: Vulcanite Week of 11/17: Tenorite Week of 11/24: Cleveite This is a live class that meets weekly. Students may join in at any week. *Please note that this class occasionally runs 5 minutes late, as I allow students to converse and show each other projects they wish to share afterwards. Students are free to leave at ending time or stay with me in class. This outlet is beneficial to those who enjoy the social aspect. Whether a variation of Quartz, or how a mineral creates a hue of color, we will discuss the stone/crystal/mineral and decide what characteristics it may give our custom dragons/creatures. Student input is encouraged. Petrology is the study of rocks - igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary - and the processes that form and transform them. Mineralogy is the study of the chemistry, crystal structure and physical properties of the mineral constituents of rocks. We will have brief discussions while planning our Dragon. We will discuss, design and sculpt one specific Gemstone, Rock, Crystal or Mineral based dragon per class. Each natural stone has unique qualities, which will be incorporated into our design sculpture. Student input is encouraged. We will have the opportunity to play a game of Gartic Phone, Time To Climb, Kahoot, or Zoom Draw. Students are encouraged to take a basic sculpting class or have some experience sculpting. Supplies Recommended: Your choice of sculpting material (I will be using Polymer Bake Clay) in a variety of colors - check the week’s theme Note: polymer clay in “Translucent” makes great wings and marbling for those translucent gemstones! Basic sculpting tools, rolling pin You may use wire or pins if you would like, but we will not be creating a skeleton together. Some ideas to use: Any Glass, Metal, Stone, or Crystal findings that you may want to add to your sculpts. Plastic CANNOT be baked! Also, Mica Powders make amazing effects for these type of dragons! I use them often :)
Learning Goals
Learn about gemstones and their geological properties.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
🌟 Try your First Class FREE! Use Coupon code: COURSESMYTHICAL17 🌟
*If using Polymer clay, parental guidance is required for baking the clay after class.
*If time allows, we will have the opportunity to play a game of Gartic Phone, Time To Climb, Kahoot, or Zoom Draw.
Supply List
Your choice of sculpting material (I will be using Polymer Bake Clay) in a variety of colors - check the week’s theme Note: polymer clay in “Translucent” makes great wings and marbling for those translucent gemstones! Basic sculpting tools, rolling pin You may use wire or pins if you would like, but we will not be creating a skeleton together. Some ideas to use: Any Glass, Metal, Stone, or Crystal findings that you may want to add to your sculpts. Plastic CANNOT be baked! Also, Mica Powders make amazing effects for these type of dragons! I use them often :) I made a list of my favorite supplies that I use during classes: Polymer Clay Dotting Tools and Silicone Clay Sculpting Tools https://amzn.to/4d2FCqW Acrylic Roller, Acrylic Sheet and Cutters https://amzn.to/4cKCq3B Sculpture Feather Wire Texture tool (this makes amazing scale texture!) https://amzn.to/3zH7bHQ basic Mica powder set https://amzn.to/3YMIp1v Color Shift Mica powder set https://amzn.to/45kKfJB Glass crystal beads for Eyes (4mm) https://amzn.to/3YOqaZM Glass Dragon Eyes (6mm) https://amzn.to/3QLjWrz Gloss Glaze https://amzn.to/44lSuna Translucent Polymer clay https://amzn.to/3suBBta
Language of Instruction
English
Joined March, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
1 teacher has a teaching certificate
Texas Teaching Certificate in Music/Theater/Arts
4 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Art and Design from Savannah College of Art and Design
Bachelor's Degree in Art and Design from Fashion Institute of Technology
Bachelor's Degree in Art and Design from Savannah College of Art and Design
Bachelor's Degree in Fine/Studio Arts from Cleveland Institute of Art
1 teacher has an Associate's degree
Associate's Degree in Art and Design from Fashion Institute of Technology
I teach a variety of Art classes on Outschool and in person. Many of my classes are Polymer Clay Miniatures, from beginner to intermediate.
All images were sculpted by me, Lori King.
I LOVE to travel and pick up stones and crystals from wherever I go, unique to that part of the globe. I use these findings in class and will occasionally change a theme based on the artifact I brought home. Examples are Lava Rock and black sand from Iceland, Larimar from Punta Cana, etc.Reviews
Live Group Class
$17
weekly1x per week
45 min
Completed by 44 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-14
2-8 learners per class
