High School Art and Portfolio Development Level 2: Drawing & Creative Thinking
In this 14 part class we will continue to develope our drawing and painting skills.
Kendra Malcolm (B.Des)
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5.0
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What's included
14 live meetings
21 in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. I will expect learners to do approximately one hour of homework every week. Some students may choose to do more than that if their goal is to produce portfolio worthy art.Assessment
I do not like attaching a grade art, but I will provide a final grade upon request. I give feedback after every class as long as students send me a photo of their work. If the student doesn’t send me a photo of their work I will be unable to provide helpful feedback.Grading
includedClass Experience
I will be teaching high school level art, ideal for portfolio building and high school students who want some extra art in their lives. When I teach I lead by example. This means that I draw and paint along with the learners. I will demonstrate different techniques and explain the process as we embark on our creative journey. I make myself available for questions throughout the class. I always mute my classes but I encourage learners to unmute themselves if and when they need help. 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 drawing and painting techniques. This class is meant to be a follow of the original “High School Art and Portfolio Development part 1” class I teach, but that is not a prerequisite. This class can accommodate all skill levels. I can teach art from scratch or help a learner develop a portfolio for college art applications. WEEK 1: Lighting recap and different shading techniques. WEEK 2: Crosshatching and hatching WEEK 3: Scribble drawing WEEK 4: pointillism WEEK 5: Coloured pencil and marker rendering part 1 WEEK 6: Coloured pencil and marker rendering part 2 WEEK 7: Self portrait part 1 WEEK 8: Self portrait part 2 WEEK 9: Design playing cards (brainstorming and roughs) WEEK 10: Design playing cards (edits and start final art) WEEK 11: Acrylic Painting WEEK 12: Watercolour Painting WEEK 13: Final Project WEEK 14: Final Project Students should have some drawing and painting experience before taking this class. Ideally learners will have taken my first “high school art and portfolio development” class before this one, but this is not necessary. I recommend this class for high school students excited about becoming better artists and anyone interested in pursuing art college.
Learning Goals
Students will learn or work on developing:
Different shading techniques
Lighting
Composition
Acrylic painting
Watercolour painting
Portraiture
Realism
Other Details
Supply List
Upon enrolling we can discuss specific art supplies needed. This is a general list Pencils (4B, 2B, HB, 2H, 6H are ideal) Eraser Ruler Tanned or grey drawing paper Fine tipped black felt pens A sketchbook! Pencil Crayons Markers (this is not a need) Acrylic paints Canvas Smooth Cardboard (like the inside fo a cereal box) Watercolour paints Watercolour paper Blowdryer Painters or Masking tape 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 49 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 14-18
3-9 learners per class
