LIVE Online Art Class: Henri Rousseau's Beautiful Rainforests
In this two-session class, students will learn about the famous artist Henri Rousseau and draw and color a rainforest scene
Deborah Ewing
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(1,499)
What's included
2 live meetings
1 hrs 50 mins in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Not required, but students are welcome and encouraged to work on assignments and practice further between class sessions.Assessment
Informal assessments will take place during class in the form of teacher observation and possible suggestions (as requested by students).Grading
Certificates of Completion will be offered upon parent completion of class feedback. Letter or Number grades will be offered per parent request.Class Experience
US Grade 3 - 5
Beginner Level
This class is part of my Modern Masters Series, in which we learn about artists from the early 19th century to today, analyze their art style and subject, and make a creation inspired by their art. My teaching style involves breaking the process down into smaller, easy-to-follow steps. I pace the class according to the needs of the students; if needed, I give fast finishers a break, allowing students who need more time to complete their work, the time to do so, and even then, finishing before class ends is NOT the objective. My classes are intended to be fun, informative, and a safe place to take artistic risks and make mistakes--that is experimentation, which artists do all the time! At the end of class, students will be invited to share their creations no matter what their progress is. Background knowledge in art concepts and/or the artist is helpful but not necessary! More detailed information can be found in the syllabus
Learning Goals
Students will learn about the artist Henri Rousseau and his place in art historyStudents will create a work of art inspired by his paintings
Syllabus
2 Lessons
over 2 WeeksLesson 1:
About the Artist
We will study who Rousseau was, his contribution to art, and his art style, and begin using the elements of art to practice drawing a colorful rainforest design based on his style. We will examine the shapes and sizes of different leaves, flowers, fruits and animals, and how to arrange them to make an interesting composition. Homework might include choosing and finalizing the design of their rainforest. 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Finishing the Art
We will finish the rainforest scenes using crayons or oil pastels 55 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Supply List
Pencils, eraser, sharpener paper for practice (printer paper is good!) Heavy paper, 9X12 or 11X14 (Canson watercolor or Bristol Board--can be found at Walmart or Michael's) Oil pastels (or crayons)
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined May, 2019
4.8
1499reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Colorado Teaching Certificate
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from University of Colorado, Boulder - Degree DOES NOT EXPIRE
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Metropolitan State College of Denver - Degree DOES NOT Expire
I am a licensed art teacher. I love to bring art history alive by connecting my students with the amazing work of contemporary artists that they can identify with. Please check out my entire series! I will continue to add more artists as I am able!Reviews
Live Group Course
$20
weekly or $40 for 2 classes1x per week, 2 weeks
55 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-11
3-9 learners per class
