Studio Ghibli Series: Let's Draw Totoro's Cat Bus!
In this one time class, we will learn step by step how to draw a Cat Bus and the Totoro family from the movie "My Neighbor Totoro". |Anime |Japanese | Kawaii| Ghibli |Miyazaki |Cute Totoro |Doodle |Fan Art| Chibi Art| Anime Illustration|
Lucy Yu
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What's included
1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
In this one time meeting, we will learn step by step how to draw the Cat Bus, the Totoro family and little soot balls (Mak-kuro Kurosuke) from the Japanese classic movie "My Neighbour Totoro". We will start the class by watching a short 3min clip from the movie where the Cat Bus arrives to pick up Satsuki. We will then discuss where we think the Cat Bus comes from and why only kids and animals can see it. After, we will start our drawing by sketching our the main shapes of our picture, followed by adding in the details. Students are encouraged to add in their own background scenery, for example, the forest, sky, village etc. When we are happy with our sketches, we will then outline our pencil sketches with a black marker. In this step, I will be showing learners the hatching and cross hatching technique to add texture and depth to their works. If we have time, we will colour in our works with any medium of the learner's choice. Learners are encouraged to show their works on camera so I can give each learner individualized suggestions on their creations. We will end the class with a show and tell of their creations.
Learning Goals
Students will learn to see things in shapes and proportions when sketching and drawing as well as adding in shadows with a black marker.
Other Details
Supply List
Pencil Eraser Black marker, felt pen Color pencils, crayons, markers
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
2 Degrees
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of British Columbia
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from University of British Columbia
Hi Everyone :) Thanks for checking out my profile!
I have a Bachelors both in Music Performance and Music Education. I also hold a post graduate diploma in Exploring Arts Education.
Currently, I'm the elementary school music teacher, which means I get to teach music to everyone in the school, working with around 430 students per week! I love how I get the privilege to watch so many learners grow as we go through the school year together. I like to incorporate various aspects of arts into my classes, such as painting and dancing, to create a more well rounded experience for my students. My classes are fun and energetic. I always try my best to make personal connections with my students. I feel that students learn best when they feel safe, relaxed and are trusting of the adults in their learning environments.
Aside from teaching in the schools, I am a freelance potter and artist. I specialize in ceramic and fibre arts, such as needle-felting, knitting and crocheting. I also like to paint and doodle my ideas into my sketch books. I sell my works both online and at local craft fairs.
I don't have any pets or children, but I do have 200 house plants that I water every week! My favourite plant is a Monstera named "Freddy". I am a big fan of Studio Ghibli movies and I like spending my free time watching anime and how-to videos.
I look forward to working and exploring the arts with you, here on Outschool :)Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$16
per classMeets once
45 min
Completed by 42 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-11
4-8 learners per class
