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Let's Paint a Butterfly! Beginner Acrylic Painting Class

In this one-time class, students will learn about symmetry and warm and cool colors. They will explore painting techniques using acrylic paint. Learners will paint a beautiful butterfly with step-by-step instructions!
Ms. Megan's Art Studio
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What's included

1 live meeting
40 mins in-class hours

Class Experience

In this one-time class, students will learn about symmetry and warm and cool colors. They will explore painting techniques using acrylic paint. Learners will paint a beautiful butterfly with step-by-step instructions!  At the end of this class, learners will have a beautiful butterfly painting to display!

Techniques covered:
- Creating a symmetrical composition
- Painting with a warm or cool color scheme
- Pattern

Class Structure:
- Learners check-in and introduction
- Interactive slideshow symmetry as well as color theory
- Demonstration and paint along of butterfly
- Optional time of sharing paintings with the class
- Fun, interactive game at the end if there is time

During this class, learners are encouraged to ask questions and share their paintings for feedback and help. If there are more than 3 learners, microphones will be muted and they can raise their hand to unmute and ask a question. This class has a fun and creative atmosphere that fosters learning and sharing.

Other Details

Supply List
These are the supplies that learners should have ready before class begins:
- Acrylic paint in the following colors: Black, White and 3-4 additional colors (students can choose a warm or cool color scheme)
- Watercolor Paper
- Medium Paint Brush
- Cup of water
- Paper Towels
- Paper Plate or Paint Palette
- Pencil
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined May, 2022
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122reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Kansas Teaching Certificate in Music/Theater/Arts
Hello! I love to teach drawing, acrylic painting, watercolor, clay, fiber arts and more to young learners! 

I have a degree in Art Education as well as a current professional teaching license in art K-12. I have over 13 years of teaching experience in a variety of settings, both public and private. 

My teaching approach to art education is student-centered . I love to incorporate a little bit of art history and the elements of art into each and every lesson. I believe that art should be fun, engaging and educational. Above all, I am passionate about fostering a love of creativity and art in young learners. 

I can't wait to meet my new artist friends and start creating with them today!

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$10

per class
Meets once
40 min

Completed by 12 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-10
1-9 learners per class

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