Studio Ghibli Series: Sketching & Drawing Class on Character Design PART 1
An anime art class specifically focusing on learning how to draw in the Studio Ghibli style!
Mrs. Vallarta
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What's included
5 pre-recorded lessons
5 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentHomework
1 hour per week. Homework will be optional and highly beneficial. Homework outside of the classroom typically takes under an hour to complete.Assessment
Assessments can be offered upon request. Please reach out and Mrs. V can work with your request.Class Experience
US Grade 8 - 11
Beginner - Intermediate Level
Do you love Studio Ghibli and art? Do you want to sharpen your drawing skills? Want to learn some sketching fundamentals through your favorite Studio Ghibli characters? Then this class is for you! This class is intended for the Studio Ghibli buff as students will be drawing different characters from multiple films! In this art class, students investigate basic drawing techniques through drawing the "Studio Ghibli Style". Some of the characters that students draw come from films such as Kiki's Delivery Service, Princess Mononoke, Spirited Away, My Neighbor Totoro, and more! Students tackle projects by breaking them down into simple shapes, learning proportions, and measuring. They will learn basic drawing principles and apply them to Studio Ghibli characters. This class is Part One. Link to Studio Ghibli Series: Sketching Class on Character Design: PART TWO: https://outschool.com/classes/studio-ghibli-series-sketching-class-on-character-design-part-two-flex-version-mEgKBn7P#usbt9IesoB This class will be presented via Keynote and is an art based class. This is a SELF PACED class and is PRE-RECORDED. This means students will watch the pre-recorded video. Students will engage in questions, class discussions, and art assignments. There will be optional homework. Students will be encouraged to share their artwork. Why SELF PACED? 🔰 Self paced classes are fantastic for international students (Mrs. V is located in Texas). 🔰 Students can work at their own pace. No need to wait on others or feel rushed. 🔰 Self paced classes are an excellent choice for families with busy schedules. 🔰 This class is a "self paced" class, meaning there is no live component, and all interactions between students and the teacher happens on the class page. SELF PACED FORMAT: 🔹 Video Content: Weekly videos with a step-by-step breakdown of the art assignments are posted. Some videos will have a 15 to 20 minute duration. The work time for the student will be roughly an hour long. Students will review the video. 🔹 Discussion Prompt/Question/Check-in: Students respond to a weekly discussion prompt and/or question(s) posted by the teacher. 🔹 Complete Artwork: Students spend time completing their sketches. 🔹 Submit Artwork: Students are required to post photos of their completed sketches in the classroom on the designated post. Keep in mind, sharing artwork is essential in a self paced class. 🔹 Feedback: Individualized feedback will not be given unless directly requested.
Learning Goals
Utilizing basic shapes to create a complex form
Basic understanding of the male/female form
Proper measurements/proportions
How to create thumbnail drawings & understand the line of action
The confidence to continue drawing the human form after the class
Syllabus
5 Lessons
over 5 WeeksLesson 1:
Overview of the class
We will start off with a small Studio Ghibli conversation, drawing basic characters and focus on their simplistic designs.
First Drawing Practice: Soot Sprites (Spirited Away/My Neighbor Totoro).
Second Drawing Practice: The Bird & Mouse (Spirited Away). Lesson 2:
Mapping out Simple Faces
We will continue working on different characters from the Studio Ghibli films. Students will learn how to map out a face, practice angles, how to use simple shapes and work on expressions.
First Drawing Practice: Kodama (Princess Mononoke).
Second drawing practice: Calcifer (Howl's Moving Castle).
Third Drawing Practice: Jiji (Kiki's Delivery Service). Lesson 3:
Complex Characters
We will continue to build on what we have learned to create more complex characters.
First Drawing Practice: Totoro (My Neighbor Totoro).
Second Drawing Practice: No Face (Spirited Away). Lesson 4:
Human Portraits
We will focus primarily on faces and work with different age groups. We will utilize measuring techniques and proper proportions.
First Drawing Practice: Mei (My Neighbor Totoro).
Second Drawing Practice: Satsuki (My Neighbor Totoro).
Third Drawing Practice: San (Princess Mononoke). Other Details
Supply List
💠 Sketchbook/Paper 💠 Pencil 💠 Pencil sharpener 💠 Eraser (vinyl recommended) 💠 Fine-tip permanent pen (Sharpie and Micron recommended) 💠 Coloring materials (optional)
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
We will sketching multiple characters from the Japanese animation studio; Studio Ghibli.
Joined April, 2018
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Fine/Studio Arts from School of the Art Institute of Chicago
Mrs. Vallarta has been focusing on anime/art on Outschool since February 2018. As a personal avid anime enthusiast, she is familiar with many series, genres, characters and can teach how to execute any aspect of this. Mrs. Vallarta has her Bachelors in Fine Arts and has taught art for 18+ years. Five of those years has been online.
Mrs. Vallarta offers over 50 different types of courses that include but not limited to; general anime, anatomy, art, drawing, watercoloring and more. Reviews
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