Weekly Nature Watercolor Drawings :)
Each week, we'll do a simple step-by-step drawing and add an artistic finish with watercolor! #creative
Caitlin Sanders
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(148)
What's included
1 live meeting
50 mins in-class hours per weekHomework
The only work/play that is needed outside of class will be gathering your nature items! :) This is low key, and not meant to be stressful! Students are encouraged to play with more watercolor outside of class in whatever way feels good to them. They can take what they've learned and create more masterpieces on their own, or simply switch gears and move onto the nature element for our next class. The choice is completely up to you! (And them. :))Assessment
Students are assessed based on participation -- giving their best effort, showing up prepared and ready to work / play with their art and observations.Class Experience
Each week, we'll have a new nature or animal theme. One week, it might be trees, leaves or butterflies, and the next, flowers, the sky, or landscapes. On some weeks students will be encouraged to bring a physical item they've collected from out in nature (a leaf or flower, for example) or a picture that represents the nature element we're working with that week (like a picture of an ocean wave). Each week, we'll play with tips for how to draw, outline, and then watercolor this specific nature element. Students will also be encouraged to write about their observations, inspirations, and experiences as time allows. This offers both the opportunity to practice observational skills and attention to detail, as well as internal awareness and self-expression. We'll consider questions like: *What did you observe? *What details did you notice? *How did you feel? It's going to be a beautiful combination and I hope you can join us! Please Note: This class is created to be a safe space for students to play with and express their creativity and boost their confidence. While the step-by-step drawing and creative process is guided, the class is not designed to contain formal, specific, or in depth watercolor instruction. I encourage students to paint in a way that brings them joy and allows their unique creativity and artist's eye to shine through in ways that are appropriate for their age and experience.
Learning Goals
Students will observe nature elements.
Students will create watercolor works of art to represent their observations.
Students will have the opportunity to write about and share their experiences.
Students will deepen their connection with nature and their inner self-awareness.
Other Details
Supply List
*A basic watercolor set (I will be using guache/opaque watercolor) -- nothing fancy here, just a set of basic colors will be great! *A basic round brush, and any other brushes you'd like to use, such as filbert or angle shader, etc. (If your watercolor set comes with a brush that works great too!) *Watercolor or mixed media paper -- this can be loose pages, or in the form of a notebook or journal *A pencil -- for drawing and basic outlining *An eraser -- if not already attached to the pencil ;) *A black Sharpie for outlining -- either thick or thin works great! *And of course, water, and a paper towel or rag nearby just in case something spills!
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined March, 2020
4.9
148reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Oregon Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
2 Degrees
Bachelor's Degree in Foreign Language from Luther College
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Luther College
I created this as an opportunity to combine some art and creativity with science and observation of the natural world.
I have experience teaching natural science concepts but have also, in recent years, discovered the true value of connecting more deeply with the world around us, and with nature.
So this is a way to both foster deep internal well-being, as well as learning and practicing skills that support science learning, as well as any and all disciplines where inner and outer observation and reflection are required. Which to me, is basically -- everything! :)
I hope you enjoy!Reviews
Live Group Class
$17
weekly1x per week
50 min
Completed by 434 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-12
3-9 learners per class
