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4 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks
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Intermediate Level
🌟 New to Outschool? Use code CREATIVE20 to save $20 on this class! 🌟 In this 4 lesson course, students will sculpt and paint a large scale Wings of Fire Legends Dragon “Darkstalker”. Each lesson includes video instruction every step of the way! There are no Live meetings . This class uses Nearpod. There is no account needed for Nearpod. Students will pick a username to access. We will use different techniques to produce our 3 Dimensional Dragon Sculpture. Each lesson will be focused on different portions of the creative process. *This course will include sculpting on a larger scale using a wire armature, this is not a beginner sculpting class. Air Dry clay takes a bit to get used to handling. This medium needs drying time between lessons. It’s best for students to practice with it prior to starting lessons. All supplies are listed: Air Dry Clay (any brand or color of air drying modeling compound, like Sculpey or Crayola …They make it in Black now!) Sculpting Wire (easy to bend, thick) Aluminum Foil Wire cutters Clay cutting knife Basic Sculpting Tools Black and White Acrylic Paint, plus silver paint or paint pen I use a medium flat brush and a super fine round brush A bit of glue may be needed after drying. Course Breakdown: Lesson #1 We will form our Armature using wire and foil. Start our base Body and Tail. Let dry for at least a few days. Lesson #2 We will create the Head and body scales/details. Let dry for at least a few days. Lesson #3: We will seal the base and Create the Wings. Let dry for a day or two, then attach the wings. Let dry for a few more days. Lesson #4: We will Paint our Dragon.
Syllabus
4 Lessons
over 4 WeeksLesson 1:
Welcome to Lesson #1!
We will form our Armature using wire and foil. Start our base Body and Tail. Let dry for at least a few days.
Lesson 2:
Welcome to Lesson #2!
We will create the Head and body scales/details.
Let dry for at least a few days.
Lesson 3:
Welcome to Lesson #3!
We will seal the base and Create the Wings. Let dry for a day or two, then attach the wings. Let dry for a few more days.
Lesson 4:
Welcome to Lesson #4!
We will Paint our Dragon.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
This course uses Wire cutters, wire, and a Clay cutting knife. Make sure students go over blade safety and are comfortable using the cutting tools.
Supply List
All supplies are listed: Air Dry Clay (any brand or color of air drying modeling compound, like Sculpey or Crayola …They make it in Black now!) Sculpting Wire (easy to bend, thick) Aluminum Foil Wire cutters Clay cutting knife Basic Sculpting Tools Black and White Acrylic Paint, plus silver paint or paint pen I use a medium flat brush and a super fine round brush A bit of glue may be needed after drying.
External Resources
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Teacher expertise and credentials
1 teacher has a teaching certificate
Texas Teaching Certificate in Music/Theater/Arts
4 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Art and Design from Savannah College of Art and Design
Bachelor's Degree in Art and Design from Fashion Institute of Technology
Bachelor's Degree in Art and Design from Savannah College of Art and Design
Bachelor's Degree in Fine/Studio Arts from Cleveland Institute of Art
1 teacher has an Associate's degree
Associate's Degree in Art and Design from Fashion Institute of Technology
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