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Dynamic Shape Techniques to Enhance Skills and Create Detailed Artwork!

In this engaging weekly class, students will learn to use basic shapes as building blocks to create detailed drawings of animals, nature, and characters. ๐ŸŒŸGet $10 off with coupon code COURSESDEAL10๐ŸŒŸ
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1 live meeting
40 mins in-class hours per week

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Beginner Level
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This is class designed to improve drawing skills by focusing on shape-based techniques. It emphasizes the importance of breaking complex images into simpler geometric forms like circles, squares, and triangles. This approach helps learners better understand proportions, structure, and composition, enabling them to create detailed drawings more easily. The guide caters to all skill levels and offers tips for refining technique, practicing consistently, and transitioning from basic shapes to intricate artwork. Perfect for anyone looking to enhance their drawing abilities through structured, shape-oriented methods.

In each class, we will sketch and draw a different theme subject like an animal or a character. Social discussion is part of the process and understanding. What shapes come to mind when you see this image? How do shapes allow us to get to this point?

I will teach students how to visually break down the object (from an image example) into basic shapes and then lead them to create the object through drawing. This will not only help students to become better at analyzing art from a different point of view, but will increase their art skills efficiently!

The class will cover discussion and teachings of drawing techniques discussing 3 main areas of drawing: 1) Sketching, 2) Outline, and 3) Basic Shading. It is a step-by-step class; yet, students are encouraged to add their own touch to the work. Learners can join at any time and do not need prior class experience; however, it is encouraged for learners to have a simple understanding of drawing.

Supplies:

-White Drawing Paper or Regular White Paper Standard Size

-Drawing Pencils: If budget is limited or student may be starting, they may work with an HB pencil (example: regular yellow school pencil), but students are encouraged to use more. The following will be used in class: HB, 2B, 4B, 6B pencil.

-Eraser (Optional extra: Kneaded Eraser, if not regular eraser will work)

-Sharpener: It is advised students have their pencils sharpened to not fall behind.  

- Q tips (Optional extra: Blending Stumps)

Learning Goals

Teaches students how to analyze basic shapes to increase their drawing skills efficiently.
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Parental Guidance
Teacher will keep class open for one learner. This is a Small Class Size learning opportunity.
Supply List
-White Drawing Paper or Regular White Paper Standard Size

-Drawing Pencils: If budget is limited or student may be starting, they may work with an HB pencil (example: regular yellow school pencil), but students are encouraged to use more. The following will be used in class: HB, 2B, 4B, 6B pencil.

-Eraser (Optional extra: Kneaded Eraser, if not regular eraser will work)

-Sharpener: It is advised students have their pencils sharpened to not fall behind.  

- Q tips (Optional extra: Blending Stumps)
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Texas Teaching Certificate in Music/Theater/Arts
Samantha Ceccopieri (Miss C)
Bachelor's Degree in Art and Design from Savannah College of Art and Design
Teacher M
Bachelor's Degree in Art and Design from Fashion Institute of Technology
Lori King
Bachelor's Degree in Art and Design from Savannah College of Art and Design
Kierra Sullivan
Bachelor's Degree in Fine/Studio Arts from Cleveland Institute of Art
Rori Van Maanen
Bachelor's Degree in English from Emory University
Cataria Wesson
Associate's Degree in Political Science and Government from Los Angeles Southwest College
Kerida Robinson
Associate's Degree in Art and Design from Fashion Institute of Technology
Lori King
Miss C is certified Art Teacher in the state of Texas.
Bachelors in Art Education from the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley.
Bilingual Spanish and English Fluently.

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weekly
1x per week
40 min

Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-12
1-6 learners per class

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