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Pencil Drawing & Sketching Full Semester Art Series: Beginner Fundamentals

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Young Art: Art Education, Fashion Design, Coding
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Students will learn the basic principles and techniques of sketching. They will develop their observational skills, line work, shading, and composition abilities through hands-on exercises and projects. #Creative

Class experience

US Grade 3 - 6
Beginner - Intermediate Level
14 lessons//14 Weeks
 Week 1
Lesson 1
Sketching Supplies and Contour Drawing
• Experiment and familiarize with sketching materials. • Practice with contour drawing exercises to enhance observation and line work control. • Study Henri Matisse's use of lines and shapes in contemporary art.
 Week 2
Lesson 2
Sketching Supplies and Contour Drawing
• Experiment and familiarize with sketching materials. • Practice with contour drawing exercises to enhance observation and line work control. • Study Henri Matisse's use of lines and shapes in contemporary art.
 Week 3
Lesson 3
Shading Techniques
• Explore the role of light and dark (value) in sketching. • Practice various shading techniques to create depth and volume. • Study Rembrandt van Rijn's mastery of value and shading techniques.
 Week 4
Lesson 4
Shading Techniques
• Explore the role of light and dark (value) in sketching. • Practice various shading techniques to create depth and volume. • Study Rembrandt van Rijn's mastery of value and shading techniques.
 Week 5
Lesson 5
Perspective Drawing
• Understand one-point and two-point perspective. • Depict architectural elements and captivating scenes. • Study Vincent van Gogh's dynamic lines and unique perspectives.
 Week 6
Lesson 6
Perspective Drawing
• Understand one-point and two-point perspective. • Depict architectural elements and captivating scenes. • Study Vincent van Gogh's dynamic lines and unique perspectives.
 Week 7
Lesson 7
Still Life Sketching
• Set up and sketch still life arrangements. • Practice capturing objects and their lighting. • Study Jean-Baptiste-Siméon Chardin to improve texture, color, and lighting rendering skills.
 Week 8
Lesson 8
Still Life Sketching
• Set up and sketch still life arrangements. • Practice capturing objects and their lighting. • Study Jean-Baptiste-Siméon Chardin to improve texture, color, and lighting rendering skills.
 Week 9
Lesson 9
Portrait Sketching
• Understand human facial proportions and distinctive features. • Explore techniques for achieving likeness and expression in portraits. • Study Da Vinci's portrait works.
 Week 10
Lesson 10
Portrait Sketching
• Understand human facial proportions and distinctive features. • Explore techniques for achieving likeness and expression in portraits. • Study Da Vinci's portrait works.
 Week 11
Lesson 11
Figure Drawing
• Understand human anatomy as a foundation for drawing. • Learn gesture drawing to capture the dynamic human form in motion. • Study Edgar Degas' masterful depictions of the human form in dynamic ballet poses.
 Week 12
Lesson 12
Figure Drawing
• Understand human anatomy as a foundation for drawing. • Learn gesture drawing to capture the dynamic human form in motion. • Study Edgar Degas' masterful depictions of the human form in dynamic ballet poses.
 Week 13
Lesson 13
Nature and Urban Landscape Sketching
• Sketch natural scenes and outdoor environments. • Add urban structures to explore perspectives. • Observe Claude Monet's Impressionist style to depict outdoor and urban scenes.
 Week 14
Lesson 14
Nature and Urban Landscape Sketching
• Sketch natural scenes and outdoor environments. • Add urban structures to explore perspectives. • Observe Claude Monet's Impressionist style to depict outdoor and urban scenes.
This class is taught in English.
Students will learn the fundamental elements and principles of art. They will gain confidence and develop their personal style in pursing their artistic journey.
Teacher Allie May is a contemporary artist who loves to indulge in all mediums, but focuses most on drawing and painting. She is a graduate student in the BFA program at California State University Long Beach, and aims to pursue a career in teaching art. Her art influence began at a young age, but she considers herself “self-taught.” Allie is passionate about encouraging students to master the fundamental skills and technical aspects of creating, but also develop a style that is unique to each student. Her promise is to encourage a mindset where students are confident in themselves and their ability to create.

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Homework Offered
Assessments Offered
Grades Offered
An E-Certificate of Completion with grades will be provided for learners who have completed all sessions and actively participate in class activities, including sharing their work at the end of each meeting. Learners who miss more than 3 meetings or do not participate in showing their work may not be eligible to receive the certificate.
Paper
Pencils (a variety of graphite pencils recommended)
Eraser (kneaded/ gum eraser recommended)
Ruler
Blending tools: Toilet paper, tissue, Q-Tips, or blending art tools like paper stumps
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Average rating:4.7Number of reviews:(4,734)
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At Young Art we believe in passion, creativity, and the power of education.  Our team is committed to inspiring the next generation of young artists, designers, and entrepreneurs to be bold innovators by providing creative and enriching... 
Group Class

$252

for 14 classes
1x per week, 14 weeks
55 min

Completed by 13 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-13
2-8 learners per class

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