Mini Monets - Artist Study and Painting Techniques for Beginners (K-2)
In this Charlotte Mason friendly art history class, your budding artist will dive into the captivating world of artist Claude Monet as you unleash your creativity to craft a brand new masterpiece with every lesson!
Britain Earl, Historian, Artist, Lawyer
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4.9
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What's included
4 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentClass Experience
Artists in this class will learn about the "Father of Impressionism", Claude Monet. Each week, a new Monet painting will be highlighted. The artist's life and style will be briefly discussed. Using that week's painting as inspiration, each artist will create their own masterpiece. Little artists will learn about different paint mediums and techniques to develop appreciation for art and art history. Each lesson is made up of pre-recorded videos, breaking the lesson down step-by-step. Learners are encouraged to share their work in a post in the classroom and can anticipate at least one response per week on any posted images. The teacher responses are withing 24 hours of the learner post. Learners are welcome to ask questions, ask for specific feedback and are encouraged to share anything they may have experienced while practicing. The elements of art and principles of design will be taught, and each art project with give artists the opportunity to practice these theories. Each lesson with teach new techniques and give learners the guidance and confidence to use them.
Syllabus
4 Lessons
over 4 WeeksLesson 1:
Vase of Peonies
-Dive into the enchanting world of Claude Monet and his love for capturing nature's beauty
-Learn about Monet's life and artistic style, with a focus on his still life paintings
-Art Project: Create your own vibrant still life composition inspired by Monet's "Vase of Peonies," using tempura paints Lesson 2:
Waterlilies
-Explore Monet's iconic series of water lily paintings and their significance in the history of art
-Discuss Monet's fascination with light, color, and the natural world
-Art Project: Channel Monet's impressionistic style to paint your own serene water lily scene, experimenting with loose brushwork and soft colors in watercolor paints and oil pastels Lesson 3:
The Artist's Garden at Vetheuil
-Journey to Monet's garden in Vetheuil and discover how he transformed his surroundings into works of art
-Explore the connection between Monet's paintings and his love of gardening
-Art Project: Create a mixed-media artwork inspired by Monet's garden, incorporating elements of painting, and drawing Lesson 4:
Cherry Blossoms
-Delve into Monet's fascination with capturing the fleeting beauty of cherry blossoms in bloom
-Art Project: Create a whimsical cherry blossom painting using tempura or acrylic paints, focusing on delicate petals and vibrant colors Other Details
Supply List
I will detail which supplies are being used each week. Art supplies for this 4 week class will include: I suggest each artist wear a smock or oversized shirt, and use an place mat to protect their work surface 90lb watercolor paper construction paper, I prefer the larger 12x18" but standard size is also acceptable pan watercolors tempera paint in primary colors, plus black and white medium sized paint brush paint sponge, or cut up sponge Q-tips water glue scissors oil pastels chalk pastels
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined January, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Arizona Teaching Certificate
Doctoral Degree from Chapman University School of Law
Hello! I can't wait to learn and share with you! I have a bachelors degree in history, a doctorate in law, and certifications in photography and therepeudic art . I love learning, and teaching others.
I am a mom to 5 amazing kids, ages 17, 15, 14, 11, and 9. I've taught art classes for over 25 years and have worked with all ages. I am excited to reach out to even more students on this Outschool. I believe with Pablo Picasso that, "Every child is an artist." And my goal as an art teacher is to make sure we all have the desire and confidence to keep being creative and enjoy a life full of learning. Because just as Picasso said, "The problem is how to remain an artist once we grow up."
I homeschool my 3 youngest children for several years, and now all 5 are home with me. I love teaching them art and history. I love using my passion for history to teach how the events of our past have shaped our future.
When I am not teaching, our family travels. I love to travel to see the original art I study and teach about, and the geography that has inspired artists and influenced our history.Reviews
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