Summer Art Made Easy: How to Paint Giraffes Using Watercolor
In this one time watercolor class, we will learn how to use watercolor techniques to paint summer art, play interactive games, maintain educational discussions and learn fun scientific facts about giraffes. #creative
Carly Wiersma: Art + Drawing+ Life Skills Tutor
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(76)
What's included
1 live meeting
50 mins in-class hoursAssessment
We will play an interactive trivia game to assess our newly found knowledge on giraffes.Class Experience
Beginner - Advanced Level
Welcome to our one time summer themed watercolor class for scientists , where we will learn how to draw and paint giraffes using the secret drag and pull technique, along with watercolor washes. We will also discuss how to make shadows and create texture using mixed media. This is a course that is perfect for beginning artists and specializes using step by step drawing and painting demonstrations to help blossoming artists perfect their skills. All artists are welcome to participate in this class, no matter their skill level. I will personally guide you each step of the way and will be eagerly waiting to answer your questions. The first half of class will begin with an ice breaker, we will then watch an educational YouTube video about giraffes and play an interactive trivia game to assess what we have learned. After game time, we will then draw and paint a set of giraffes under the guidance of a certified art educator. Each student should leave this class with a stronger sense of confidence when using watercolor. A variety of all different types of learners are welcome and encouraged to participate.
Learning Goals
Students will learn how to draw a set of giraffes using basic shapes and simple lines
Students will learn how to paint using watercolor and various watercolor techniques
Students will learn fun scientific facts about giraffes
Other Details
Learning Needs
Those with anxiety have the option to turn off their cameras after attendance has been taken and use the chat box/reactions to participate. All directions are given in step by step format & the pace of the class is determined by the learner
Parental Guidance
We will be using YouTube via screen share to help expand our students' knowledge of giraffes. There will be no need to set up any accounts in order to participate in this course.
Pre-Requisites
Being comfortable with drawing basic shapes is essential for this class.
Joined August, 2021
4.9
76reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Grand Valley State University
I have gone to school for art education and have obtained my teaching degree via Grand Valley State University and have been certified for art education for grades young five through twelfth grade. I specialize in integrating general curriculum subject matter such as art, English, science, social studies and history into my lesson plans to ensure the homeschool population gets ample opportunity to meet minimum state standards while learning how to draw and having fun.
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Live One-Time Class
$15
per classMeets once
50 min
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-12
3-12 learners per class
