What's included
1 live meeting
50 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
Pablo Picasso once said, "Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once we grow up." Have you ever been to an art museum and seen a painting or sculpture that just made you feel confused? Maybe you've wondered, "how can this be art?". The famous question is: what exactly IS art? Learning about modern and contemporary art movements can help artists of all ages answer those difficult questions, discover their own style of art, and find ways to communicate and discuss art with an educated, balanced point of view. In this ongoing class we will discuss and review one famous artist each week and then complete an art project inspired by that artist and art movement. This art course will cover the following artists weekly from August - December 2024: • Kandinsky: ruler, markers • Hilma af Klint: drawing, sketching (painting optional but encouraged - any type of paint will work) • Henri Matisse: collage (scissors, glue and construction paper), or you can paint/sketch instead if you prefer. • Picasso: sketching/drawing, might be helpful to have a ruler. Painting optional. • Sonia Delaunay: colors and patterns; painting and drawing, or experiment with fabrics by bringing small scraps of fabric and acrylic paint, glue and scissors. • Klimt: gold paintings; if possible bring gold paint or glitter glue. • Warhol/Pop Art: drawing paper, markers, crayons or pastels (or paint, if preferred). Optional: tracing paper Salvador Dali/Surrealism: drawing/painting surrealist art. • Frida Khalo: self-portrait with your choice of medium (pencil, charcoal, chalk or pastels) • Georgia O'Keeffe: bring a flower or object to sketch close-up. • Stella/Minimalism: pen, paper. • Sol LeWitt/conceptual art: any art medium of choice • Yayoi Kusama/polka dots: markers, colored pencils or crayons in several colors. • Street artists: pencil, Sharpie, markers • Cherokee/Muskogee art: paint or chalk/pastels & drawing tools • Yinka Shonibare/textile sculpture. Learners can bring drawing tools to sketch ideas. If possible, another option is to bring posable doll (i.e., Barbie or art model) and fabric, doll clothing, paints and art supplies. In each class we will spend the first portion of class learning about the artist and viewing their famous works of art that will inspire our project. Learners are encouraged to share their opinions and ask questions in an open discussion as we review a short slide presentation together. Some presentations may include a short video. Next, we will work on our projects, which will vary depending on the schedule. Please check the supply list upon enrollment, and reminders are posted a day in advance. Some classes may require a printed template/printout, so it's best to check your email and/or the classroom page prior to logging in for class. As with all of my art classes, I focus on self-expression and helping learners find their confidence in creating art. There is no pressure to create, and learners will find that my classes and teaching style fosters a calm, inviting atmosphere. I encourage exploration and curiosity. Learners of all abilities are welcome in my classroom. Please contact me if there are any special requests or needs that I should be aware of. Learners outside the suggested age range should contact me for any possible exceptions. I hope to meet you in class!
Learning Goals
My hope is that every child feels inspired, empowered and confident when they leave my classroom. By learning about these diverse and interesting artists, learners can explore different art styles and mediums, which will help them to find their own strengths and motivate them to learn more - both about themselves, and of the world around them.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
While discussing the lives and history of many of these modern artists, some facts may arise that could be troubling or disturbing to a sensitive learner. Some examples might be: details of Frida Khalo's traumatic bus accident; discussions about cultural appropriation, racism and feminism, and/or the tragic deaths of particular artists. These details are handled in an age-appropriate manner and some are not included in the lesson; however, other learners in class may be aware of these details and might bring them up in class, so please consider this prior to enrolling and contact me with any questions.
Supply List
Art supplies to have on hand include mixed media/watercolor paper, pencil and eraser, ruler, markers, colored pencils, watercolor and tempera paints, scissors, glue and crayons and/or oil pastels. Any other specific materials will be optional and posted in the classroom in advance in case you'd like to experiment with a more advanced medium.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Teacher expertise and credentials
I have been teaching modern art history classes on Outschool since 2018 and host local workshops in my homeschooling community as well. As a professional artist and textile designer I have attended professional development training seminars on cultural representation, appropriation and non-biased instruction in the art world. I am passionate about helping young ones to see and appreciate the diverse world around them as they draw inspiration from the beauty of our global community.
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Live Group Class
$14
weekly1x per week
50 min
Completed by 45 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-15
2-10 learners per class