How to Make Art Like the Masters Summer Camp
In this social summer camp for artists students will learn the elements and principles of design while making some new friends! Together we will play games, make art and learn some new things. #creative
Carly Wiersma: Art + Drawing+ Life Skills Tutor
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(76)
What's included
2 live meetings
50 mins in-class hours per weekHomework
All general announcements, including any materials needed for the upcoming week will be posted on the Outschool classroom messaging board no later than Sunday morning. All I ask for homework is that your student comes prepared with all necessary materials and is ready to learn.Assessment
We will play different games and have trivia sessions that will allow me to assess your students knowledge in a fun and interactive manner. These activities may use features like annotation in order to encourage your student to circle examples of any elements or principles of design being taught while other times they may be asked to use their reaction buttons to answer questions that are in a multiple choice format.Class Experience
Beginner Level
Welcome to our summer scholars art camp where your student will learn the basic elements and principles of design and all the basic tools an artist needs to become a successful creator. This summer camp is perfect for artists looking to expand their skills and is a wonderful option for homeschool families looking to integrate math, history and the arts too. We will use interactive games to test our knowledge, watch fun educational videos and practice the new skills we learn under the guidance of a certified art educator. Together we will meet twice a week. Day one will be reserved specifically for expanding our educational knowledge through game time and interactive discussions while day two will be reserved specifically for art and games. All students are welcome to join us at the beginning of each new week. ---THE BASIC BUILDING BLOCKS OF ART---- 6/4/23-6/10/23 "HOW TO PAINT WITH SHAPES LIKE HENRI MATISSE" 6/11/23-6/17/23 "HOW TO DRAW CASTLES LIKE PAUL KLEE USING LINES" 6/18/23-6/24/23 "HOW TO DRAW ZENTANGLE LANDSCAPES LIKE KARLA GERARD" 6/25/23-6/30/23 "HOW TO DRAW MAGICAL MANDALAS USING SYMMETRY" **THE LAST LESSON FOR THIS MONTH WILL EXTEND INTO 7/1/23*** --THE STUDY OF OUR WORLD THROUGH ART--- 7/2/23-7/8/23 "HOW TO DRAW YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD USING ONE POINT PERSPECTIVE 7/9/23-7/15/23 "HOW TO DRAW YOUR FAVORITE FLOWERS LIKE GEORGIA O'KEEFE" 7/16/23-7/22/23 "HOW TO DRAW OUR FAVORITE DESSERTS LIKE WAYNE THIEBAUD" 7/23/23-7/29/23 "HOW TO MAKE OUR FAVORITE FOODS LIKE PAUL CEZANNE" ---HOW TO CREATE MAGIC WITH ART--- 7/30/23-8/5/23 "HOW TO MAKE OUR FAVORITE ICONS GLOW LIKE ANDY WARHOL" 8/6/23-8/12/23 "HOW TO DRAW OPTICAL ILLUSIONS LIKE VICTOR VASARELY" 8/13/23-8/19/23 "HOW TO CREATE COLOR MIXING WITH THE EYE LIKE PAUL SIGNAC" 8/20/23-8/26/23
Learning Goals
Students will learn all about the elements and principles of design
Students will learn how to draw using basic lines and simple shapes
Students will learn a variety of techniques for different mediums
Other Details
Learning Needs
Those with anxiety have the option to turn off their cameras after attendance has been taken and use the chat box/reactions to participate. All directions are given in step by step format & the pace of the class is determined by the learner
Parental Guidance
SCISSORS DISCLAIMER
There will be times where we will be using scissors, so if your child has issues handling scissors due to motor skill limitation or has a tendency to be careless with sharp things then please be present for those types of projects to ensure your child is practicing safe behaviors with the materials needed for that course.
ACCOUNT INFO
Sometimes we will be using YouTube and the share screen option for class games and presentations but no accounts will be necessary for these activities.
Supply List
MATERIALS NEEDED Pencil + Eraser Drawing Paper Coloring Medium of Student's Choice HENRI MATISSE PROJECT Colored Construction Paper Glue Scissors OIL PASTEL PROJECTS Oil Pastels Black Paper
Joined August, 2021
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Grand Valley State University
I have gone to school for art education and have obtained my teaching degree via Grand Valley State University and have been certified for art education for grades young five through twelfth grade. I specialize in integrating general curriculum subject matter such as art, English, science, social studies and history into my lesson plans to ensure the homeschool population gets ample opportunity to meet minimum state standards while learning how to draw and having fun. Reviews
Live Group Class
$20
weekly ($10 per class)2x per week
25 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-12
3-12 learners per class
