What's included
8 pre-recorded lessons
8 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentClass Experience
US Grade 5
Beginner Level
In this flexible learning schedule class students will learn the basics of using watercolor and create impressive works of art after just a few technique tutorial classes. Students can anticipate a new lesson being posted to the classroom each week. The first 3 weeks students make test sheets using a variety of techniques that they will refer back to in future lessons. The following 5 weeks students will implement those techniques by creating a different work of art during each session. This class is video based. During each video students can expect an opening greeting, supply review, set up suggestions and tips for success. The bulk of the video will be demonstration with detailed instruction for each project. Students will also see several samples of artwork that utilizes this technique(s) and be encouraged to try the same technique outside of the lesson as well. Students can expect a weekly post with supply information, video description and video link. Students are encouraged to share their work in post in the classroom and can anticipate at least one response per week on any posted images. Students are welcome to ask questions, ask for specific feedback and are encouraged to share anything they may have experienced while practicing. Week 1: Masking technique Week 2: Texture techniques Week 3: Blooms, Ombres and Lifting Week 4: Galaxy Week 5: Brush know=how Week 6: Silhouette Week 7: Birds of a feather Week 8: Something sweet
Learning Goals
Students have the opportunity to learn basic watercolor techniques & create artworks using those.
Students have the opportunity to explore watercolor on their own as well as in class with feedback and encouragement.
Syllabus
8 Lessons
over 8 WeeksLesson 1:
Wet on Wet Color Play
In this lesson you will explore colors and how they interact with one another using the wet-on-wet painting technique.
Lesson 2:
Textures and Techniques
Week two is a fun exploration using easily accessible household items to create different techniques and textures in your watercolor paintings.
Lesson 3:
More Techniques
Blooms, hombres, and brushes. Week three is learning to use wet-on-dry techniques to add interest to our future paintings.
Lesson 4:
Galaxy Painting
This week we are creating a galaxy space scene using several of the techniques you've learned to this point, putting all of the practice to use!
Other Details
Parental Guidance
The videos utilized in this class are my own creation, uploaded to private YouTube channel and shared via the Outschool classroom only.
Supply List
Watercolor paint (in pans or tubes) variety of brushes two small jars for water extra fine point Sharpie pencil eraser (gum erasers are preferable but not required) watercolor paper washi tape or 1/2" painters tape Please note: Wk 2 includes several extra supplies easily found in most households that will be included in the weekly supply list posted in the classroom.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Virginia Teaching Certificate in Music/Theater/Arts
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Virginia Commonwealth University
Stephanie is a k-12 certified art educator and arts in healthcare profession who has been teaching children and working with dementia care residents for over 20 years. Creating fun, engaging art experiences that are age appropriate and confidence building is her specialty, she'll use these skills to make art the most exciting and fun class of the week!
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Ages: 9-14