Learn to Draw Illustrated Maps for Fantasy Worlds
Sharon
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In this four week program learners will plan, draw, shade, research, and create a unique illustrated map of a fantasy world of their choosing. Maps tell us stories about the world, what world will you create?
Class experience
In this four week program learners will create detailed illustrated maps of fantasy worlds of their own creation or from one of their favorite texts. Using video demonstrations for drawing techniques and art material explorations, Nearpod for exploring samples of existing real and imaginative maps for reference, with quizzes and collaboration boards, and classroom peer exchange for community brainstorming and concept development, learners will work with each other and the teacher towards...
4 lessons//4 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Text, Materials, and MapsThis first lesson looks at interpreting text for images, looking at art materials for map making, division of land and plotting key points of interest.Week 2Lesson 2Inspiration, Style, and IdeasInspired by topography to show believable land masses, developing world characteristics, and illustrative style. We will use this opportunity to consider showing cities and characters.Week 3Lesson 3Map Mood, Artist VoiceDrawing local and world climate, or weather, on our maps, using contrast and colour. We will be developing colour palettes to depict mood and ‘voice’.Week 4Lesson 4Don't Forget the DetailsIn this lesson we take a closer look at map symbols and supporting elements (such a compass, monsters, storms, treasure), and illustrated legends .
Homework Offered
Learner who are excited about this class will find the work includes drawing, shading, brainstorming, and researching. Learners will also be expected to engage in classroom critique and discussion.1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Grades Offered
Learners will want to have: Sketchbook, pencils, eraser, ruler, pencil crayons, markers (optional) , fine liner.
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
parents may want to aid in the search tools of their learners research (for example - find an image of a cave entrance or snow capped mountain).
" With a focus on traditional media, old and new art techniques and a core understanding of the principals and elements of art and design, I strive to give learners the tools they need to not only be successful artists but to facilitate the...
Self-Paced Class
$13
weekly or $50 for all content4 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks of teacher feedback
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1 year of access to the content
Completed by 8 learners
Ages: 10-15
