Students will be drawing animals with pencils. This is a beginner-friendly to advanced drawing class. I show how to really draw the shapes and lines in the pictures we draw - with emphasis on proportion. The first half of class is spent drawing and identifying shadows and their values. The second half of class is all about watercolor techniques and applying the correct shading to create realistic form. Even though we are learning technical skills, I love to make it personal for each learner and encourage their insights and questions via messaging.  

Students will improve understanding and practice of using art pencils and watercolors and identifying light and shadow.  There is a lot of emphasis on practicing proportion and value.  Sometimes we will use a grid to aid with proportion.  We will also do a value study at the beginning of the semester and as needed.  Students will be encouraged to sign their name and share their artwork (but this is not required).  Sharing artwork is encouraged each class so that feedback can be given and questions answered. 

Week 1:  Cat 
Week 2:  Raccoon
Week 3:  Crab on beach 
Week 4:  Dragonfly 
Week 5:  Fox
Week 6:  German Shepherd
Week 7:  Donkey
Week 8:  Bearded Dragon