LIVE Online Art Class: Shape Streams Using Elements of Art
In this 2-session class, students will review the elements of art while creating a beautiful composition using the seven elements.
Deborah Ewing
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(1,499)
What's included
2 live meetings
1 hrs 40 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 4 - 7
Beginner - Intermediate Level
Through the guided drawing process, students will learn how to use simple lines, shapes, and patterns to create a beautiful abstract drawing. 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. The examples in the picture are only suggestive; students may also request a particular favorite if time allows. 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. More detailed information regarding this class can be found in the syllabus. Instructor's Note: The element PATTERN has been moved back and forth between the elements and principles for many years. One could argue it belongs in both. For the purposes of this project, the element of Pattern will be replacing the element of FORM, which also can belong in both the elements and principles. The rest of the elements of art will remain the same).
Learning Goals
Students will reinforce their understanding of organic vs geometric shapesStudents will reinforce their understanding of patterns
Syllabus
2 Lessons
over 2 WeeksLesson 1:
Geometric and Organic Shapes
We will discuss SHAPES, focusing on geometric and organic shape, as well different types of lines. We will begin a guided drawing in which a stream of organic and geometric shapes are drawn diagonally across the paper, and then draw lines that outline the sides of the shape, contouring around the paper in concentric fashion. 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Color and Line
We will discuss primary, secondary, warm and cool colors, as well as darkness and lightness of colors (value). We will color the geometric shapes with either dark or light colors, and the organic shapes with the opposite. The, after discussing patterns and texture, we will draw patterns on top of the light colors. 50 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Supply List
Paper Pencil, eraser, sharpener black Sharpie markers or colored pencils
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
As a licensed art teacher, I have developed techniques for breaking down drawing lessons into simple, easy-to-follow steps. Once we get the basics done, I give my students freedom to complete their project using their own imagination, thereby giving them the opportunity to take what I have taught them to a different, fun and creative level.Reviews
Live Group Course
$40
for 2 classes1x per week, 2 weeks
50 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-15
3-10 learners per class
