Origami Art: Craft Folded Paper Fish
This is a one-time class where learners will fold paper into two different origami fish while learning intermediate folding techniques.
Starla Dawn E.
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(57)
What's included
1 live meeting
25 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
Origami is a fun craft and fish are fascinating animals. I love seeing all of the different shapes and colors they come in. In this class, we will fold two different shapes of fish and make each unique by drawing our own patterns on them! I have been folding origami animals since I was a child and I love many different patterns. Now I'm excited to guide students step-by-step to make their own. These fish patterns are best for learners who have some paper folding or origami experience. Each class will start with the easier of the two patterns, the second pattern will either be a variation of the first pattern or the more challenging pattern depending on how well participants do with the first one. I will guide students step-by-step making each fold slowly and clear to follow. *Please check the supply list. **Invite a friend, discounts will be given for a class with more than 1 student! While there is a ton of fun in this class, it's full of learning too! We'll identify different body parts of the fish as we fold it. I will quiz learners with fun questions throughout class - so have their thinking caps on! In addition, we'll practice origami techniques including lining up edges, finding where a fold should go, and pressing down so a fold stays in place. Students also learn about common origami folds (waterbomb base and boat base will be discussed in the class) that are often found in origami pattern instructions. And I do hope that my students are inspired to seek out more origami patterns after class because there are so many to explore. After folding, we will be able to draw eyes, a mouth, scales, decorative patterns, and any other details each learner wants. Students can let their creativity shine! If they are not comfortable drawing their own, I can guide them on how to do that part as well. The only materials needed are a marker for drawing the face and square sheets of paper (it's good to have extra in case you want to start over or make more than one).
Other Details
Supply List
Two or more sheets of paper. Make sure they are square, rectangular paper can be cut into squares before class. Pen, marker, crayons, or other writing/ coloring tool to draw on face and designs.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined January, 2022
5.0
57reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Eastern Kentucky University
Hello everyone!
If you see a class you like but the time doesn't work, I'm happy to work with your schedule. Even if you are in a different time zone or my automatic availability isn't open at a certain time, reach out and there is a good chance I can make something work for you.
A bit about me and my teaching style:
I am passionate about art and creativity. Even more so, I love to inspire that in others. It's not about talent or skills you were born with, it's all about expressing yourself and growing your talent through practice and guidance. I believe everyone has the ability to create masterpieces and should have the freedom to find their own way of making them. I teach with a step-by-step demonstration approach while encouraging students to do it their own way whenever they feel ready to do so. This approach allows for wonderfully blended classes where the less experienced or shy learners can follow along with me and the bolder ones can work in their own way alongside us. Either way, we all end up with unique art we can be proud of and improved knowledge about the art/craft process we are practicing.
My classes are designed to be highly interactive and engaging with questions & answers throughout as well as hands-on activities. Be sure to check the supply list for each class because learners get the best experience when they are ready to learn with every material needed for the class.
In addition to my bachelor's degree in biology, I have a Graphic Arts certificate which I earned from Autry Technology Center. I earned 1st place in state (Oklahoma) and 6th nationally in the 2001 National Skills USA Championship competition in graphic communications. I teach the arts of drawing and painting to adults online on a voluntary basis. I also teach arts and crafts to children as a professional online and as a volunteer in person.
I have over 3 years of online teaching experience with students 4-17 years old. I have also worked with children in person in a variety of settings from my current position as a children's church leader to volunteering in afterschool care for at-risk children.Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$7
per classMeets once
25 min
Completed by 3 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-11
1-6 learners per class
