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Igniting Creativity! Adventures in Expression: Detailed Drawings of People

This imaginative course invites you to discover the artistry behind capturing emotions, personalities, and narratives through the detailed study of drawing people and facial features.
Igniting Creativity! with Amy Roadman & Artists
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:
(581)
Class

What's included

1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hours per week
Assessment
Guidance will be provided every step of the way.

Class Experience

US Grade 5 - 8
Beginner - Advanced Level
✏️ Embark on an artistic journey that explores the captivating world of facial expressions and the stories they tell. This is a dynamic and interactive weekly drawing class designed exclusively for aspiring young artists. 

✔️ This imaginative course invites participants to discover the artistry behind capturing emotions, personalities, and narratives through the detailed study of facial features.

✔️ Embark on an exciting exploration of the diverse emotions and tales that unfold on the canvas of a face. Guided by our experienced instructors, students will delve into the realms of eyes, noses, mouths, brows, and other features and characteristics, gaining a deep understanding of how these elements convey feelings, stories, and unique identities.

✔️ Each week, participants will immerse themselves in a new facet of facial expression, combining foundational drawing techniques with their boundless creativity. From the playful crinkles of a smile to the enigmatic glint of an eye, students will learn to infuse their portraits with life and character, ultimately telling a visual story that resonates with viewers.
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🗓️ Weekly Topics:
Week 1: Eyes
Week 2: Nose
Week 3: Closed Mouth
Week 4: Ears
Week 5: Eyebrows
Week 6: Facial Proportions
Week 7: Short Hair
Week 8: Long Hair
Week 9: Eyelashes
Week 10: Smiles
Week 11: Profiles
Week 12: Portraying the Aged
Week 13: Teeth
Week 14:Three-Quarter View
Week 15: Reflections
Week 16: Showing Emotion: Surprise
Week 17: Accessories
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🗓️ This is an ongoing format, therefore, each week stands alone, but as the weeks unfold, participants will see their confidence soar, their creativity flourish, and their ability to translate emotion onto the page blossom with continued practice. We hope that this will become a long-term experience for you. 

📖 Our carefully designed curriculum combines technical skill-building with imaginative play, enabling young artists to not only master the art of portraying emotions but also to infuse their unique narratives into their work.

✏️ Whether your young artist is a seasoned sketcher or is taking their first steps into the world of art, "Adventures in Expression: Unraveling the Face's Story" promises an exciting and enriching journey that celebrates both the artistic process and the boundless stories that lie within every face.
Learning Goals
Come once or long-term. Stick with a creative practice and you will be able to:
- Develop Technical Proficiency
- Expand Creative Expression
- Understand Principles and Elements of Art
- Cultivate Artistic Vision and Conceptual Thinking
- Receive Constructive Critiques and Feedback
- Build a Portfolio of Artwork
- Foster Artistic Exploration and Experimentation
- Cultivate a Creative Community
- Develop Time Management and Self-Discipline
- Ignite and Sustain Creativity

By accomplishing these learning goals, you will emerge from the Igniting Creativity! Adventures in Expression: Unraveling the Face's Story with enhanced technical skills, expanded creative expression, a deeper understanding of art principles, and the ability to create compelling and meaningful artwork across various multimedia techniques.
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Other Details

Supply List
Drawing paper
Pencil (a variety of drawing pencils are helpful but not necessary)
Eraser
Blending stump * optional
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Our teachers are all experienced art teachers with a passion to teach drawing skills to aspiring artists.

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$15

weekly
1x per week
45 min

Live video meetings
Ages: 10-14
1-12 learners per class

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