Whimsical Woods: Draw Your Own Enchanted Forest
In The Enchanted Forest, we'll be creating a magical forest scene. I'll guide you through the process of turning a concept into a fully illustrated cartoon scene, sharing tips and techniques along the way.
What's included
5 pre-recorded lessons
5 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentProjects
1 hour per week. Submit your finished Enchanted Forest for feedback.Assessment
1 after class completionClass Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
Beginner Level
We'll start by examining my concept drawing for an enchanted forest. Together, we'll take this idea and expand on it, creating our own unique scene in pen. With each step I'll guide you through the process of turning the concept into a fully illustrated cartoon scene, sharing tips and techniques along the way. Add your own elements to make the scene uniquely yours. The project consists of five parts. We begin by sketching out our forest setting. Each subsequent part will show you how to draw different forest creatures. Feel free to change it up, substituting different elements to make your own enchanted forest.
Learning Goals
How to turn a concept into a fully illustrated cartoon sceneTechniques for combining simple shapes to create enchanting forest creatures
Syllabus
5 Lessons
over 5 WeeksLesson 1:
Sketch the Forest
Set the scene with a whimsical forest background. Lesson 2:
Paddling Mouse & Bulrush
Create an adventurous mouse on a lily pad visiting a welcoming Bulrush. 5 mins of video lessons
Lesson 3:
Unicorn Picnic
Draw a sweet unicorn brining a picnic to his friends, Rock and Bee. 7 mins of video lessons
Lesson 4:
Flower Tea Party
Illustrate a flower happily hosting tea for a dapper Snail. 6 mins of video lessons
Other Details
Supply List
It's all really basic stuff. This list will get you all set up: Pencil (I like 2B or 3B but any will do) Black fine liner (I use 0.5mm usually) Eraser Sketchbook or printer size paper Thicker black marker (optional)
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined September, 2024
Teacher expertise and credentials
I teach Cartoon Club online art classes for children, adults, schools and businesses on the power of drawing and benefit of working together creatively. I illustrate a line of animal-inspired greeting cards and I’ve created colouring and doodle books, the Introduction to Cartooning Online Course and the Cartoon Club drawing game – to inspire curiosity and creativity at any age. My hope is that the tools I’ve designed to make happy changes in my own life, will help you do the sameReviews
Self-Paced Course
$2
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Ages: 8-12
