Paint With Nicole! Acrylic Painting Club Step-by-Step Flex Version
#creative In this Flex Class, young artists will paint new artwork each week using a variety of techniques and brushes with step-by-step video instruction.
Nicole McGonigal, M.Ed.
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(264)
What's included
Homework
1-2 hours per week. Students will watch the video instructions to complete their painting. The painting can take up to 1.5 to 2 hours to complete.Class Experience
Artists will receive a recording on the classroom page each week to compose a fun and colorful piece of art. We will use acrylic paints, brushes, and canvas (or acrylic paper) to create each piece. After a quick hello, we will get right to work. I will guide students throughout the class and they will be able to see my artwork as a reference. This is a step-by-step painting class. The instruction will be posted in video form each week on Monday EST. Students can follow the video at their own pace. This lets them pause and rewind as needed. We will learn different art facts throughout each lesson- this will include information about our materials, famous artists, and different forms of art. Students are encouraged to ask questions to further their understanding of acrylic paints on the classroom page. Parents- please be available to help your artist as needed or even do the project with them depending on age and ability. Please make sure artists are wearing clothing that can possibly get some paint on it. I send out a weekly message reiterating the supplies and any alterations if needed. I strongly urge you to sign up for classroom alerts to find out any of the latest updates to your classes (posted in the classroom). Looking forward to our class. Thank you! Eight Week Schedule: Week 1: Forest Swing Week 2: Dragon Flies Week 3: Sunflower Closeup Week 4: Day and Night Week 5: Flowers in a Glass Vase Week 6: Butterfly Field Week 7: Night Owl Week 8: Flower Collage Each week plan is as follows but not limited to: For each class, we will check our supplies and review our painting subject. Then, we will get our paints mixed before we begin. We will begin with the gradient, move to sky details, and add in the landscape scenery. (Step order can vary each week depending on the painting.) The teacher will go over different facts about painting throughout each class- brush sizes, mixing paints, primary colors, color wheel, history facts. I will have artists share their work with me to see their progress and ask questions as they arise by posting on the classroom or by directly messaging the teacher on Outschool. This class is a **flex** class, so each week a new painting video will be posted for students to follow.
Learning Goals
My goal is for artists to create beautiful and brilliant compositions using acrylic media and brush techniques; to inspire them to try more on their own; and, for them to return to the studio for something new the following week!
Other Details
Supply List
For Each Week: 1. Canvas or Acrylic Paper (8x10, 11x14) 2.Acrylic Paint: Red, Magenta, Yellow, Blue, Purple, Black, and White- Colors may vary each week, I will post to the class which colors to have 3.painting brushes – I thick,1 medium, I thin, Fan Brush 4. Palette(a paper plate will do), paper towel and cup of water 5. Pencil or Charcoal pencil
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined October, 2020
5.0
264reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from Holy Family University
Bachelor's Degree in Education from The Pennsylvania State University
Hello! My name is Nicole McGonigal. I have 7+ years of teaching experience. I have a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood and Elementary Education from Penn State. My master's degree is from Holy Family University and it is in Education with a focus in Reading Development. I have taught in different places around the world from Ecuador, Honduras, and the United States.
My main focus on Outschool is to teach crafts, painting, and drawing. My love for art evolved at a young age just like my learners! It is a huge passion of mine. I have 10+ years of professional experience with drawing and painting. My art has been displayed and sold in local art galleries and shows. I recently had my work published in a magazine. I have won various awards for my work. I specialize in acrylic paintings and drawing with pencil and charcoal. I believe that art is very important in children's lives. It improves their art skills, imagination, and also helps to improve their academics.
In the traditional school setting, I taught mostly elementary students. My favorite subject to teach is reading comprehension. Digging deep in to the author's words to find meaning is so much fun! Since leaving the traditional school setting, I offer private tutoring in reading and math for elementary and middle school aged students. My lessons are focused on the students individual needs and goals.
If you asked my students what I am like as a teacher, they would say I am kind, smart, funny, and helpful. The ultimate compliment I've received is being called "the modern day Bob Ross". I strive to make my classroom welcoming to all. I am calm and very patient with all my students as they learn. My goal is to spread kindness and make my students feel proud about their accomplishments.
Some interesting things about me! I have a classic VW beetle that I love to drive on warm days. I have a huge puppy, Blue, who thinks he is a lap dog- talk about getting squished! I am a mom to my one year old daughter, Maddie. My family will be welcoming a baby girl to the family this winter. I love to hike and travel.
If you have any thoughts about a class you wish I would offer or a time you hope I can schedule a session, please send me a message.
Class Policies:
1) I aim to keep classes close to the scheduled amount of time, however, classes with low enrollments or especially talkative students may run a few minutes under or a few minutes over.
2) Currently, my classroom enrollment is set to a minimum of two students. I will teach the class unless the parent or learner requests to transfer to a more-full section. As of August 2022, I will not longer teach to one class enrollments. If you prefer a one-on-one class environment, please send me a request for a private class session at an increased price.
3) Classes will begin at the scheduled time, even if all learners are not in the classroom (unless there appears to be a technical issue). I will not contact absent learners during class time so I can focus on the learners who are present.
4) If no learners are in the classroom, I will wait 10 minutes before exiting the classroom. In this situation, I will contact the families after I have left the classroom to transfer learners to a new section or offer a video recording.
5) Outschool tech team will post the class recording to the classroom as soon as it is available to them. If you have troubles, please reach out to their support.Reviews
Live Group Class
$18
weekly8 weeks
Completed by 3 learners
No live video meetings
Ages: 10-14
