What's included
1 live meeting
55 mins in-class hours per weekHomework
- OPTIONAL HOMEWORK: Students who wish to do so may submit their drawings with a one paragraph (1 to 4 sentences) artist statement within 3 days of the end of class, and I will provide brief, individualized feedback based on the student's drawing and their artist statement.Assessment
Students will be informally assessed and provided real-time tips during each class section, based on their desired level of participation, available time and class size. Please note this is a large-group section and as such there will be less time for individualized instruction. If your student is more interested in small groups and more individualized attention, I also offer small group Squishmallows drawing classes.Class Experience
In this ongoing summer class, students will learn to draw new Squishmallows every week using different art techniques, socialize with other Squishmallow fans, discuss Squishmallow news, and more. Students will learn the following art-based skills: - Basic shape drawing and template drawing for Squishmallows - Varying moderate-to-advanced art skills based on the week's theme and the enrolled students general abilities - Coloring, shading and detail skills appropriate for the learner's relative level Students will also receive: - Ample time to socialize & share their collections as we talk about all things Squishmallows - Each week's class will include a new printable coloring sheet of one Squishmallow for students who would like to color an already completed drawing at home SCHEDULE: SUNDAY SECTION: Sunday June 4th - Learn to Draw Unicorn Squishmallows Sunday June 11th - Learn to Draw Mermaid Squishmallows Sunday June 18th - Learn to Draw Dog Squishmallows Sunday June 25th - Create Your Own Squishmallow Drawing Game Sunday July 2nd - Learn to Draw Food Squishmallows Sunday July 9th - Learn to Draw Pokemon Squishmallows Sunday July 16th - Learn to Draw Axolotl Squishmallows Sunday July 23rd - Learn to Draw & Color Tie Dye Squishmallows Sunday July 30th - Learn to Draw Your Family As Squishmallows --- Each week, enrolled students will learn to draw Squishmallows with varying art techniques and themes. Some weeks, students will learn new skills like how to paint with markers or tips for drawing detailed background scenes. In other weeks, the theme may involve an upcoming holiday, playing an art-based game, or we may draw newly released Squishmallows. Each class will include step-by-step instructions in an open format, where students will be encouraged to work at their own pace and socialize as much or as little as they'd like. We will talk about relevant Squishmallow news and events, such as the release of new Squishmallows, as well as have show & tell time so we can share our favorites and show off our collections. My classes are highly interactive and we often listen to music and have casual conversation while drawing and coloring. Students who wish to remain silent and work on their own are also welcome in this class. At the end of class, we usually will do something quick & fun like open a mystery bag or see a magic trick. PLEASE READ BEFORE ENROLLMENT: FAQ/Policies - ONE STUDENT PER SPOT. If enrolling multiple students, please register each of them. Multiple students appearing under the same spot will result in students being removed from the classroom. - All my Outschool classes have a limited refund policy. Transfers, no-shows, late arrivals, cancellations, refunds and make-up requests CANNOT be accommodated within 24 hours of class time. No exceptions. Class recordings are available upon request for missed sections if the class proceeds with other students. - Teachers on Outschool are independent contractors who cannot control nor troubleshoot technical issues with Zoom or the Outschool platform. Please test your connection with your device in advance of class time and contact Outschool directly at support@outschool.com for help with technical issues. - Live sections with no present learners are cancelled after 10 minutes of class time. - I do not offer sibling discounts for public classes at this time, however, I do offer a small discount for private classes when registering 2 or more students for a month or more. Please message me for more details.
Learning Goals
Students will learn the following art-based skills:
- Basic shape drawing and template drawing for Squishmallows
- Varying moderate-to-advanced art skills based on the week's theme and the enrolled students general abilities
- Coloring, shading and detail skills appropriate for the learner's relative level
Other Details
Supply List
1. Drawing Paper or Sketchbook 2. Pencil 3. Eraser 4. Pencil sharpener 5. Colored pencils and markers in a wide variety of colors. 6. OPTIONAL: Black permanent marker (to outline drawing). 7. OPTIONAL: A circle to trace for squishmallow bodies (a taperoll, cup, bowl or any circular object). Some students choose to sketch the shape without tracing, this all varies based on age and skill level of each learner. 8. OPTIONAL: Students who wish to collect a scrapbook of their drawings may want a binder & three-hole punch or similar set-up to organize their documents.
2 files available upon enrollment
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hi! I'm Marie, a full-time teacher and artist. I love a wide variety of art and discovering new ways to foster learning through creativity. I believe having fun and laughing while learning is important because it encourages self confidence and joy. I always try my best to make my classes fun, engaging, and a welcoming experience for every student.
I have taught classroom Art as a certified educator in US schools for 10+ years from ages pre-school through high school, as well as teaching & tutoring in single and group lessons for Art, ESL, SPED, Social Studies, Math, Science, Technology and gifted students. I have also designed and taught in a number of summer camps. In 2017, I was awarded Teacher of the Year honors at my school. I have taught individual and small-group art lessons both online and in my community since 2018, as well as creating and selling my own art to buyers on every continent (well, except Antarctica!)
I have a BA in Education, and have continued professional certification experience through outside professional training programs, conferences and seminars.
In my spare time I enjoy nature, travel, games, and playing with my dogs. I have transitioned to full-time, online private teaching as I believe it allows teachers to develop curriculum which better meets the needs and interests of today's students by directly engaging with the students more thoroughly. The individual and small group settings allow teachers to cater lessons to students needs and goals intuitively. Private teaching online has also allowed me more time and flexibility to spend with my family. I truly believe online learning is a critical part of the future of education, and I'm excited to share some class time with you!
Reviews
Live Group Class
$15
weekly1x per week
55 min
Completed by 47 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-12
1-8 learners per class