Realistic Elephant - Let's Draw!

Completed by 3 learners

Ages 6-11

Live One-Time Class

In this one-day session, students will learn basic drawing techniques and the step-by-step process to draw a realistic African Elephant.

Ms. Layla

Average rating:

4.7

Number of reviews:

(60 reviews)

Live video meetings

Meets once

3-15 learners per class

50 min

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What's included

1 live meeting

50 mins in-class hours

Class Experience

The students will learn how to use guidelines and establish proportions to create and draw the basic shape of the subject. The class will use the guideline shapes to fill in detail on the drawing, outline and shade the subject, and create a clean, realistic sketch. The instructor may ask to see student's progress periodically through-out the class. The lesson is intended to be fun and encourage the development of a love of art. Students will need a standard piece of white paper or a sketchbook, a sharpened pencil, and an eraser (PaperMate pink pearl eraser works well). By the end of the class, the students should have a realistic Elephant sketch.

Learning Goals

The students will understand the importance of proportions and using guidelines. 
The students will practice and gain shading skills.
The students will practice and improve their listening skills.
The student will improve drawing skill.

Other Details

Supply List

Sharp Pencils
Pink Pearl Eraser (or a good eraser)
Paper or sketchbook
color pencils (optional)

External Resources

Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Meet the teacher

Ms. Layla

Joined January, 2021

4.7

60reviews

Profile

Teacher expertise and credentials

Art is my passion and I love teaching to my young audience. My past students have really enjoyed being in my art classes and I would love to share my experience and love of art with the students of OutSchool. I enjoy teaching all kinds of art topics and will always be open to suggestions from my students or parents. Some of my favorite topics to teach include realistic sketching/drawing techniques, character drawing and design, and watercolor landscapes/cityscapes. However, the list of topics I enjoy doesn’t end with these examples. My teaching method begins with taking my students step-by-step through the project’s basic techniques each class and I explain how these basic techniques can be applied to other aspects of art and drawing. I like to challenge and push my students, but we also have a lot of fun in a laid back and friendly environment. I let my students explore what techniques they like to use and which ones they don’t. Learning with me is all about practice and finding what you enjoy doing! Art never has to be perfect or done in one specific way, that is the beauty of it. I believe everyone can be creative and make art that is unique to themselves. I want my students to be able to relax and have fun in my classes while also learning new things and finding what art they enjoy the most.