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*Nightmare B4 Christmas Jack Skellington Dragon: Clay Sculpture- Creative Course

In this multi lesson course, students will learn to sculpt and paint a Jack Skellington skull Dragon! This larger scale Air-Dry Clay Sculpture is super cool for any Nightmare Before Christmas fan! Halloween & Christmas.
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4 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks
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Class Experience

Intermediate Level
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Students younger than the listed age may join if they have experience with handling air dry clay (it's a bit tricky for new users).

In this 4 lesson course, students will sculpt and paint a Jack Skellington themed Dragon. 
Each lesson will have audio and video, along with step by step guides that are broken down into small segments. 

There are no Live meetings.

We will use different techniques to produce our 3 Dimensional Dragon Sculpture.
Each lesson will be focused on different portions of the creative process.

*This course will include sculpting using a light amount of armiture (wire), this is not a beginner sculpting class. Air Dry clay takes a bit to get used to handling. It’s best for students to practice with it prior to starting lessons.

All supplies are listed:
Air Dry Clay (any brand of white air drying modeling compound, like Sculpey or Crayola)

Some Sculpting Wire or Jewelry Wire (easy to bend, thick)

Wire cutters

Clay cutting knife

Basic Sculpting Tools

White and Black Acrylic Paint (or Acrylic Paint Markers/Pens)

I use a medium flat brush and a super fine round brush

A bit of glue may be needed after drying.

Course Breakdown:
Lesson #1: 
We will form Body and Tail. Let dry for at least a few days.

Lesson #2:
We will start formation of Head. Let dry for at least a few days.

Lesson #3:
We will form Arms and Wings. Let dry for at least a few days.

Lesson #4:
We will add details and Paint our Dragon.

Syllabus

4 Lessons
over 4 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Welcome to Lesson #1!
 We will form Body and Tail. Let dry for at least a few days. 
Lesson 2:
Welcome to Lesson #2!
 We will start formation of Head. Let dry for at least a few days. 
Lesson 3:
Welcome to Lesson #3!
 We will form Arms and Wings. Let dry for at least a few days. 
Lesson 4:
Welcome to Lesson #4!
 We will add details and Paint our Dragon. 

Other Details

Parental Guidance
Students will use a Clay Knife to create clean edges on wings. Please go over knife/blade safety.
Supply List
Air Dry Clay (any brand of white air drying modeling compound, like Sculpey or Crayola)

Some Sculpting Wire or Jewelry Wire (easy to bend, thick)

Wire cutters

Clay cutting knife

Basic Sculpting Tools

White and Black Acrylic Paint (or Acrylic Paint Markers/Pens)

I use a medium flat brush and a super fine round brush

A bit of glue may be needed after drying.
Language of Instruction
English
Joined March, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Texas Teaching Certificate in Music/Theater/Arts
Samantha Ceccopieri (Miss C)
Bachelor's Degree in Art and Design from Savannah College of Art and Design
Teacher M
Bachelor's Degree in Art and Design from Fashion Institute of Technology
Lori King
Bachelor's Degree in Art and Design from Savannah College of Art and Design
Kierra Sullivan
Bachelor's Degree in Fine/Studio Arts from Cleveland Institute of Art
Rori Van Maanen
Associate's Degree in Art and Design from Fashion Institute of Technology
Lori King
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