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Draw a Fancy Rainforest Bird

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Ages 8-11

Self-Paced Course

In this two-session self-paced art course, we will create a unique bird using shapes and patterns.

Deborah Ewing

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4.8

Number of reviews:

(1,500 reviews)

2 pre-recorded lessons

2 weeks of teacher support

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1 year of access to the content

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What's included

2 pre-recorded lessons

2 weeks

of teacher support

1 year access

to the content

Homework

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).

Letter Grade

Letter or Number grades will be offered per parent request.

Class Experience

US Grade 1 - 4

Beginner - Intermediate Level

**PLEASE NOTE** This is a SELF-PACED class and is PRE-RECORDED. THIS MEANS STUDENTS WILL WATCH THE PRE-RECORDED VIDEO. There are no live meetings. All interactions between students and the teacher will happen on the class page.
This class will be presented via pre-recorded demonstration drawings. Students will engage in questions, class discussions on the classroom tab, assignments and be part of an artist critique, which will be guided by the instructor.

Why Self-Paced?
*MY Self-Paced classes ALWAYS cost less than the live versions of the same class!
*Self-Paced classes are an excellent choice for families with busy schedules. 
*Content is exactly the same as live classes, at a lower fee.
*Students can work at an independent pace. 
*Self-Paced classes are fantastic for international students whose time zone doesn't match the teacher's (US Mountain Time),
*Self-Paced classes are a great alternative for students who are uncomfortable with live video chat.

Our Self-Paced format will be as follows: 
Content: Video demonstration of the process will be posted. Videos will vary in length depending on the type of art being presented. Some may be as short as 10 or 15 minutes while others could be ½ hour or more. Student work is expected to take anywhere from 40 minutes to an hour, depending upon the student’s preferred pace. 

Drawing Assignments: Students spend time completing their artwork and submit it via the classroom.

Submit Assignment: Students are required to post photos of their completed artwork in the classroom on the designated post. Keep in mind, uploading artwork for the teacher to see is important for assessment and feedback.


Using my guided drawing process, students will use simple lines, shapes and patterns to create their own stunning bird in a rainforest or similar setting, color with colored pencils, and paint a background. Background knowledge of lines, shapes and patterns, and how they are used to create a work of art are helpful, but not necessary.

Detailed information about each class session can be found in the syllabus.

Learning Goals

Students will use simple lines and shapes to draw a basic bird shape.

Students will select shapes and patterns to draw details, such as feathers and decorations on the bird

Syllabus

2 Lessons

over 2 Weeks

Lesson 1:

Drawing the Bird

 We will use simple lines and shapes to draw the outline of the bird, branch and leaves. We will use different patterns to decorate our birds. Then we will outline our birds with a Sharpie.

18 mins of video lessons

Lesson 2:

Finishing the Art

 We will finish any drawing, color the bird, paint the background, and share our creations! Learners can upload drawings of their art in the classroom.

22 mins of video lessons

Other Details

Supply List

Paper for practice--9X12
Heavier paper (80 lb, or watercolor or bristol board) 9X12 or similar size
pencils
colored pencils (my recommendation is Prismacolor or Crayola)
regular black Sharpie
Watercolor paint, water and brushes for background

External Resources

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

Meet the teacher

Deborah Ewing

Joined May, 2019

4.8

1500reviews

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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.