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Process Art Class: Drawing Exploration
Class Experience
INTRODUCTORY NOTE, for those who haven't yet experienced an art class with me, about what to expect: my classes are very process-oriented, moreso than product! I do not offer instruction to create step-by-step artwork; each child's art will be fully unique. To me, emphasizing process - particularly in the younger grades - is paramount to creating a child who wilingly engages in art-making. If you are looking for a step-by-step product-oriented class - this isn't it! On some class days, your...
6 lessons//6 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Intro to Linediscovering different ways to use drawing materials: pencil, crayon, markerWeek 2Lesson 2Shapelines create shapes & shapes have personalitiesWeek 3Lesson 3Contours & Drawing from Observationwhat are contours, fun drawing exercisesWeek 4Lesson 4Valueexploring how to create shading: light & dark with pencilWeek 5Lesson 5Colored Pencilhow to use colored pencils & blend colorsWeek 6Lesson 6Putting it togetherhow do different drawing materials respond with the same techniques
- Students will explore and gain familiarity with different building blocks of drawing: for example line weight, texture, speed and value.
I'm an enthusiastic certified art teacher and teaching artist with more than 25 years of experience in a variety of settings including public & private schools, museums, cultural centers, and homeschooling groups! I pride myself on offering clear instruction and a welcoming environment.
0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Homework
Frequency: available upon requestFeedback: available upon requestDetails: This is 100% optional and I won't be offering specific homework that I'll check but I do encourage students to keep making art throughout the week!
pencils, colored pencils, non-toxic markers (no Sharpies please!), crayons, drawing paper (at least 9x12)
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Teaching Certificates
Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate in Music/Theater/Arts
Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate in Music/Theater/Arts
Calling all art explorers! The act of creation shouldn't be limited to professional artists. Artistic expression is for EVERYONE - something you should feel entitled to do, without judgment, your whole life long. Unfortunately, many of us have...
Group Class
$95
for 6 classes1x per week, 6 weeks
45 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-8
4-8 learners per class