In this ongoing class each week I will teach a different sketching and shading techniques then will practice it to make a real-life object or scene. Each shading technique offers unique characteristics and effects. Beginners can use HB pencil and printer paper only. High-quality tools and materials can enhance the work, please check the materials section.
Every eight-nine weeks the technique will be repeated again but the topics will be different. 

Month of September:
Sep 1 - Sep 7: Hatching technique and practice it to make a FLOWER
Sep 8 - Sep 14: Cross Hatching technique and practice it to make a FOOD 
Sep 15 - Sep 21: Stippling technique and practice it to make a BIRD
Sep 22 - Sep 28: Scumbling technique and practice it to make an ANIMAL

Month of October:
Sep 29 - Oct 5: Contour technique and practice it to make a VEGETABLE
Oct 6 - Oct 12: Blending/ Rendering technique and practice it to make an EYE
Oct 13- Oct 19: Combine multiple techniques to make a SCENE
Oct 20 - Oct 26: Combine multiple techniques to make a SCENE



If you have any questions feel free to ask me. 


I believe that learning should be a shared experience, so I draw, and the kids follow along. I encourage active participation, and my rule of thumb is that if more than 50% of the kids have completed their artwork, we move on to the next step. They should use their thumbs up emoji after finished that step.  They can ask for guidance and get feedback by showing their work on the screen at every stage. To make it easier for them, I recommend using a sheet of paper rather than a heavy sketchbook. They can submit a picture of their completed drawing for teacher and student comment. 

With 14 years of experience working with kids aged 5 to 17, I've honed my teaching methods to engage and inspire young artists, fostering their creativity and appreciation for the natural world. Together, we embark on a journey of artistic exploration inspired by the wonders of nature.  

Thank you!