Watercolor Paint a Glowing Aurora Borealis Sky and Tree Landscape
In this one-time class, learners will blend a magnificent glowing Aurora Borealis sky and landscape
Linda Thibodeaux
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(479)
What's included
1 live meeting
55 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
During this 55-minute beginner class, learners will watercolor paint a glowing Aurora Borealis sky. They will choose a vibrant palette and learn how to blend colors to create a gradient sky. Each learner will paint mountains with reflective highlights and a silhouette of tree landscape. They will use a circular shape to capture the image and add dimension to their painting. At the end of class, learners will be encouraged to share their work with the class. Step-by-step instruction will be taught to: How to blend colors using watercolor paint Use layers to build a scene Add stars to create starry night Add highlights to the mountain for a more realism Paint a silhouette tree using a few easy brush strokes Add dark paint for contrast Painting can help kids: Think outside the box Use their imagination Express their emotions and feelings Develop mobility skills Acquire hand-eye coordination A bonus of Aurora Borealis also known as Northern Lights facts will be discussed while learners create their masterpiece.
Learning Goals
Students will learn how to blend colors together using watercolor paint. They will learn how to easily add highlights to their mountains and paint a tree with a few brush strokes. With every step, they will be encouraged to use their imagination.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Students will be using a blow dryer to help dry their paintings.
Supply List
Watercolor set (Michaels has an inexpensive 36 color palette), or any watercolor set with a selection of colors will do. The color palette should include white and black. Approximate 6” diameter circular object they can trace around (The lid of a small pot works great!) Watercolor paper 8” x 8” Masking tape Blow dryer (required) Small and medium paintbrush Thick cardboard to tape your watercolor paper to Paper towels 2 glasses of clean water Large sheet of Newspaper to work on and keep the table clean
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined July, 2019
4.9
479reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Linda is an artist and has been crafting for the past 25 years. She is experienced in all forms of art specializing in jewelry making, watercolor painting, and crafts of all kinds. She teaches classes at Michaels stores in California. She is an entrepreneur and her work can be found online and in local boutiques. Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$15
per classMeets once
55 min
Completed by 238 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-14
3-7 learners per class
