LIVE Online Art Class: Robin Mead's Spectacular Sunsets
In this 2-week class, students will create a vivid painting of the sun setting behind the ocean.
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 3 - 6
Beginner - Intermediate Level
This class is part of my Contemporary Artist Series, in which we learn about artists from the mid-20th century to today, analyze their art style and subject, and make a creation inspired by their art. Through the guided drawing and painting process, students will learn how to create a sunset painting inspired by the art of Robin Mead 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. Background knowledge in art concepts and/or the artist is helpful but not necessary! More detailed information about this class can be found in the syllabus.
Learning Goals
Students will learn about artist Robin Mead and her current popularityStudents will solidify their understanding of warm and cool colors by drawing and painting a landscape with warm and cool colors.
Syllabus
2 Lessons
over 2 WeeksLesson 1:
Introduction to Robin Mead; Starting the Art
We will study who Robin Mead is, her contribution to art, and her art style, and begin using the elements of art to draw a sunset with ocean waves that is inspired by her art. We will outline this drawing with a Sharpie and color in small details with colored pencils or crayons. 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Finishing the Art
We will review Mead's art style, and review warm vs. cool colors. We will use warm colors (reds, oranges and yellows) to paint the sunset and cool colors (blues, greens and purples) to paint the ocean and some other land details such as tree leaves, etc. 50 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Supply List
Pencils, eraser, pencil sharpener Sharpie or similar permanent black marker heavyweight paper (80# or heavier; Bristol board or watercolor paper is best), 9X12 or 11X14 Watercolor paints brushes bowl with water paper towels
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
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-12
3-12 learners per class
