In this self paced class, you are in charge of your lessons. You get to choose 4 projects from my list of choices. There are 50 pre-recorded lessons to choose from including drawing, sketching, watercolor and acrylic painting projects. You can mix and match or stick with one topic or medium. 

The benefit of a class like this is that you take class alone with the teacher. All of your work, questions, and comments are completely confidential. Direct communication with the teacher about what you really want to learn, what could be better? 

Each video tutorial will be posted for you in the order that you choose. You can ask questions, share progress photos, or ask for help with anything you need.  You can submit your work to me for praise, uplifting comments and support. 

In each project we will be learning to draw the subject, background (if applicable) and the drawing techniques or watercolor/acrylic techniques to complete the project. We will break down the subject into simple shapes and then refine our drawing. 

Drawing techniques taught may include but are not limited to stippling, hatching, cross hatching, shading and contrast.

Watercolor painting techniques will covered may include but are not limited to wet on dry, wet on wet, lifting color for mistakes, variegated washes and crayon resist as needed for the project. 

Acrylic painting projects may include but are not limited to techniques such as blending, layering, dry brushing, and texturizing paintings. 

It is important to note that the instruction on techniques will be incorporated into the particular project. (Not a separate lesson).

Lessons will be in a guided format with visual and audio recorded step-by-step instructions. Creativity and fun will be emphasized in a relaxed setting. The learners will be encouraged to add their creative personal touches to their work. Learners will be encouraged to share their project by uploading their finished work to the classroom to share with me. Of course this type of participation is highly encouraged but optional if a learner does not feel comfortable doing so.

List of Choices: (pick 4)

1-Make an owl using mixed media.
2-Watercolor cute cats.
3-Draw cute dogs.
4-Paint a shark with acrylic.
5-Paint a sea turtle using acrylic.
6-Draw a fun robot.
7-Paint an alien in a flying saucer with acrylic paint.
8-Paint a fox and moon with acrylic. 
9-Paint a cat and moon with acrylic.
10-Paint a cat and pumpkin with acrylic.
11-Make a scarecrow using mixed media.
12-Paint a pumpkin and leaves using acrylic.
13-Draw a gingerbread house.
14-Paint a peacock using acrylic.
15-Paint a snowy owl using acrylic.
16-Make a world and season project using mixed media.
17-Draw cute cats with colored pencils.
18-Paint an Egret and sunset with watercolor.
19-Paint two sailboats using acrylic.
20-Paint a flamingo using acrylic.
21-Paint a peacock using watercolor.
22-Paint a dragon with acrylic.
23-Paint a squirrel with acrylic.
24-Paint a black and white cat using acrylic.
25-Paint a wintery scene using acrylic. 
26-Paint a brown horse using acrylic.
27-Paint a sunflower with acrylic.
28-Paint Hokusai’s Great Wave with crayon/oil pastel and watercolor.
29-Paint Van Gogh’s Starry Night using crayon/oil pastel and watercolor.
30-Paint a Picasso Rooster with crayon/oil pastel and watercolor.
31-Sketch a cute cat.
32-Sketch a fun penguin.
33-Sketch a turtle with interesting designs. 
34-Sketch a sleeping fox.
35-Sketch a beautiful humming bird.
36-Paint a rainbow cupcake with acrylic paint. 
37-Paint a colorful gum ball machine with acrylic paint.
38-Paint a yummy ice cream cone with acrylic paint.
39-Paint fun cake with acrylic paint. 
40-Recreate a piece by Jim Dine with beautiful hearts.
41-Draw Van Gough’s sunflowers.
42-Draw and Watercolor a Kandinsky abstract piece.
43-Draw and Watercolor Picasso’s Portrait of a Woman.
44-Draw and Watercolor a Pop Art ice cream cone. 
45-Sketch a cute panda.
46-Paint a fun Santa with acrylic paint.
47-Paint a colorful gingerbread house with acrylic paint.
48-Paint a whimsical snowman with acrylic paint.
49-Paint a fun reindeer with acrylic paint.
50-Paint an egret and sunset with acrylic paint.

This is a self paced class which means there are NO LIVE MEETINGS:

Sample Class Format:
Lesson 1: 

Make a comment in the classroom and the first choice of video tutorials is sent within 24 hours.  Check in, progress discussion, question and answer via classroom chat. Student work submitted for feedback in photos and/or video format.

Lesson 2: 

Make a comment in the classroom and the second choice of video tutorials is sent within 24 hours.  Check in, progress discussion, question and answer via classroom chat. Student work submitted for feedback in photos and/or video format.

Lesson 3: 

Make a comment in the classroom and the third choice of video tutorials is sent within 24 hours.  Check in, progress discussion, question and answer via classroom chat. Student work submitted for feedback in photos and/or video format.

Lesson 4: 

Make a comment in the classroom and the fourth choice of video tutorials is sent within 24 hours.  Check in, progress discussion, question and answer via classroom chat. Student work submitted for feedback in photos and/or video format.

In addition, learners can post pictures and/or video of their work (and their works in progress) on the classroom page at any time so the teacher can give feedback and encouragement on their pieces. It will be uplifting and helpful to the student and receiving feedback will be fun!

The only prior skill required is the ability to follow detailed visual and verbal directions. 

All of my projects are geared towards beginners, however, intermediate students are welcome!