Learn to Sketch Anything! Drawing Techniques (Self-Paced)
This course is an introduction to several fundamental techniques for realistic drawing. Gesture sketching, negative space, texture, shading, background space, and linear perspective. With practice, they can be applied to any subject!
Kristy Mankin
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What's included
4 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentHomework
1 hour per week. Students are encouraged to complete at least three practice sketches following each lesson before class meets again.Assessment
Students may post images of their classwork and/or homework to receive comments and suggestions.Class Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
Beginner Level
Have you ever wondered how some people can just draw "anything" they want? It's not because they're born knowing how! This class covers some of the most helpful techniques that artists use to draw just about anything! In this class, we'll use reference photos of animals for most of our practice sketches, but the techniques we'll learn are applicable to just about any subject. If you would like to be able to draw realistically, this is a good place to start! Our lessons introduce: 1. Gesture drawing & simplification 2. Negative space 3. Shading & texture 4. Linear perspective Students follow along with me as I sketch, in video demonstrations of each technique. Each lesson will introduce a fundamental drawing skill that helps us to draw *anything* from observation. I'll also explain how each technique works, so you can apply it later to other subjects! Lessons run between 60-90 minutes total, broken into several shorter videos (15-25 minutes each). Students who turn in sketches for each lesson will be provided with a certificate of completion at the end of the course! ********************************** Interested in more classes from Ms. Kristy? View my profile and calendar here: https://outschool.com/teachers/Kristine-Mankin?usid=3u0MdGLD&signup=true&authTrigger=follow_teacher&utm_campaign=share_leader_link
Learning Goals
Students will learn techniques that will help them draw more accurately, from observation. These techniques include: gesture drawing, contour line drawing, negative space, blocking in shadows, and perspective. This is an INTRODUCTORY course-- true mastery of these techniques will require much practice, but this is a great place to start!
Syllabus
4 Lessons
over 4 WeeksLesson 1:
Gesture Drawing & Simplification
How to begin a drawing using "sketchy" lines & simplified shapes. Sketch everything the right shape, size, and placement. Lesson 2:
Using Negative Space
What is negative space? How to use empty spaces to sketch everything the right size and in the right place. Lesson 3:
Adding Texture & Shading
How to embellish our gesture sketches. Refine the outlines, add textures, and block in the shadows to make it more realistic and 3D. Lesson 4:
Linear Perspective
A whole new technique! How to add depth to the background, and make buildings look 3D. Other Details
Pre-Requisites
No prerequisites required. This course is an introduction to observational drawing techniques.
Supply List
Students will need: a sketchbook (or 3 sheets of drawing paper per class--printer paper is fine), a pencil, a good eraser (test it before class!), a 12" ruler.
1 file available upon enrollment
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined September, 2019
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Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Teaching Certificates
California Teaching Certificate in Music/Theater/Arts
Texas Teaching Certificate in Music/Theater/Arts
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from University of Nebraska at Kearney
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Texas Christian University
In all my years of classroom teaching, the one skill that seemed to make the most difference in whether students reached their fullest potential in art class was this: did they feel comfortable drawing their ideas? For this introductory course, I've honed in on a few essential drawing techniques that have helped my students build their skills and confidence, and catapult their creativity to the next level. Reviews
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