High School Art and Portfolio Development: Level 1, Drawing & Painting!
In this semester long high school level art class I will be teaching perspective, shading, lighting, drawing, rendering, watercolour and acrylic painting.
Kendra Malcolm (B.Des)
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What's included
14 live meetings
21 in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. I will expect each learner to do at least one hour of drawing or painting each week. I will assign homework at the end of each class and the learner can decide if they want to do it quickly or take time to do it and turn it into a potential portfolio piece.Assessment
I will provide personalized, written feedback in the learner area if learners send me their homework. If the learners do not send me their homework I can not provide helpful feedback. I do not like to grade art, but I am happy to provide one if the student requests it.Grading
includedClass Experience
I will be teaching high school level art, ideal for portfolio building and high school students. I always mute my classes but I encourage learners to unmute themselves and ask questions at any point. Learners who take this as an ongoing class will develop as artists over time and learn a variety of drawing and painting skills I will teach a variety of acrylic and watercolour painting techniques. I will teach drawing skills such as cartooning, rendering, perspective, shading, lighting, using pen and ink, markers, pencil and/or pencil crayons. I believe in teaching by example. This means that I paint/draw along with the learner, show them different techniques and explain the process as we embark on our creative journey. This class can accommodate all skill levels. I can teach art from scratch or help a learner develop a portfolio for college art applications. FIRST MONTH WEEK 1: One Point Perspective (pencil, eraser, ruler) WEEK 2: Two point perspective (pencil, eraser, ruler) WEEK 3: Shadows and Highlights (range or graphite pencils from 6B to 2h, eraser, simple still life object) WEEK 4: Contour drawing (felt tipped pen, scrap paper, 3-6 still life objects, mirror) SECOND MONTH WEEK 5: Coloured pencil rendering (coloured pencils, toned paper recommended, markers optional) WEEK 6: intro to Watercolour Painting (All watercolour classes will require watercolour paints and brushes, blowdryer, watercolour paper, 2 containers of water, paper towels) WEEK 7: Watercolour Painting WEEK 8: Watercolour Painting THIRD MONTH WEEK 9: Intro to Acrylic Painting (all acrylic painting classes will require canvas or painting surface, brushes, acrylic paints, water, paper towels or a rag, blowdryer) WEEK 10: Acrylic Painting WEEK 11: Acrylic Painting WEEK 12: Acrylic Painting FORTH MONTH WEEK 13: Final Project WEEK 14: Final Project
Learning Goals
Learners will learn different drawing, watercolour painting and acrylic painting techniques.
Learners should emerge from this class as more skilled and confident artists
Other Details
Supply List
Upon enrolling we can discuss specific art supplies needed. This is a general list Pencils Eraser Ruler Fine tipped black felt pens A sketchbook! Pencil Crayons (coloured pencils) Acrylic paints Canvas Smooth Cardboard (like the inside fo a cereal box) Watercolour paints Watercolour paper Blowdryer Painters or Masking tape Old gift or rewards card A variety of paintbrushes including at least one tiny, round brush for detail work
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined May, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree from Alberta College of Arts and Design
I love to teach art, and specialize in drawing (wide variety of styles and techniques), procreate, watercolour, and acrylic painting. When I teach, I like to lead by example. This means that I draw, paint and create with my students. Throughout class I make myself available for questions, assistance and feedback.
I’ve been teaching art for over 5 years, and I have been creating art professionally since 2011. I have illustrated marketing materials for Denny’s, Newman’s Own, Duane Reade, Discovery Children’s Museum, The Mendes Foundation and other clients.
I also have extensive experience in advertising. I’ve been working as an art director (now creative director) for over 17 years. I worked in New York City for 10 years, Cambodia for one, and I currently work remotely out of my home office in Canada. In my advertising career I've made TV commercials, print campaigns, radio spots, online ads, videos and billboards (even some in Time Square.) I love thinking of cool ideas and bringing them to life. I am excited to share this skill with my students.
I believe that art is more than an applicable workplace skill. Art is a form of healthy self-expression and personal reflection. I also believe that art teaches the importance of patience and persistence. It is an education for the mind and soul.
For me, art is meditative. I own dozens of sketchbooks filled with drawings I’ve done throughout the years. Many pages contains a memory, emotion, thought or experience. As a mother, I find additional inspiration through my daughter and new son.
Art is everywhere, if you look for it. Children especially have a gift for finding beauty in the world. I hope to harness this gift so every child in my class can find their own unique, artistic voice.Reviews
Live Group Class
$295
for 14 classes1x per week, 14 weeks
90 min
Completed by 132 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 14-18
3-12 learners per class
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