What's included
4 live meetings
3 in-class hoursClass Experience
This 4-week elementary art course is the last four weeks of Art With Heart, an 8-week course for young, beginning artists. During class, learners will explore artworks, learn and practice a new skill, and begin an artwork. Learners interact by playing games, sharing their art, and commenting on the works of their classmates in the Outschool classroom. No art experience is required for this course. Topics We Will Cover: Each week, we will explore a theme in art including self, play, and family. As we study art from many cultures and time periods, the unity of human experience is an overarching theme. Cross-curricular content in foreign languages, history, geography, science, and math appear in every lesson. Learners will be making drawings, paintings, and sculpture using their own ideas. Week 1: Places Week 2: Pets and Other Animals Week 3: The Sun Week 4: Friends What to Expect in Each Class: Every class begins with introductions or greetings, then a student-centered discussion around a set of artworks. Using the Visual Thinking Strategy, learners interpret art on their own first, developing confidence and visual literacy. I will share the story behind the artworks during a brief slide lecture, followed by a skill-learning and practice session. These include guided drawing and experimenting with media and tools. I use a document camera so learners can easily follow along. We tie the theme and our new skills together in the final project for each class. These are open-ended visual problems, encouraging choice and individual expression. I provide options for artists who want more specific directions, and ones who are more independent. Learners will begin artworks in class, then complete them on their own. Learners will share photos or videos of their finished works and discuss them in our classroom. Because of the young age of this group, they may need help participating in the classroom. After each class, I will share enrichment and extension activities. How Learners Will Interact: Each week’s live session will feature student discussion, with emphasis on taking turns and listening. After class, learners interact with one another through classroom games, sharing pictures of their artworks, and commenting on classmates’ artworks. I teach a Positive Critique technique that gives students an easy way to talk with others about their art. I hold regular office hours every week so students may talk with me if they need help while working on their projects. My Teaching Style: I am a friendly, compassionate teacher and I respect student artists’ varying skill levels and communication preferences. Learners may choose to engage in discussions, respond using chat, and/or share their artworks. Learners are encouraged to communicate in a way that is best for them. Art is all about individual expression!
Learning Goals
Students will art making techniques in drawing, painting, and sculpture.
Students will learn about the work of artists from around the world.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Parental guidance is suggested while learners are using scissors, paint and glue.
Supply List
White paper for drawing and painting, 9 x 12" or a similar size Color construction paper Card stock or other heavy paper for building Pencil and eraser Markers, crayons, colored pencils, or oil pastels Ruler Scissors Glue Watercolor paint and brushes Model magic or homemade salt dough (recipe will be shared)
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Virginia Teaching Certificate in Music/Theater/Arts
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Lander University
Hi! I'm Ms. Karen and I teach sewing, drawing and painting here on Outschool.
I have a BA in Studio Art, and a current teaching certificate in Visual Arts and in Gifted Education. I have taught art in public and private schools from Pre-K to 12th grade for 20 years. Now, I teach on Outschool, and host paint parties!
Through my calm and positive instructional style, I encourage artists to engage in art making and trust their own ideas. I model being okay with making mistakes (they are a natural part of learning), trying new things, and sharing ideas. Including each learner in class discussion is important to me, because I want every learner who is in one of my classes to feel important and included.
I use two cameras to teach: one for my face, and one over my work space. Because students have a good view of what I am doing, it is easier for them to create!
When I'm not teaching, I enjoy my big animal family! My husband and I have 3 cats and 2 dogs. Amazingly, they all get along. I like kayaking in the waters of the Chesapeake Bay in Virginia where I live. I find observing nature endlessly fascinating, and enjoy seeing bald eagles, osprey and herons regularly.
One of the most interesting events in my life was when I spent time with the artist Christo at a dinner party. Talking with him was fascinating! He had so many stories of traveling and adventure to share.
Reviews
Live Group Class
$75
for 4 classes1x per week, 4 weeks
45 min
Completed by 9 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 5-8
3-9 learners per class
This class is no longer offered
Financial Assistance
Tutoring
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