Exploring the Art of Warrior Cats: Jayfeather, Lionblaze, Ravenpaw, & Cloudtail

This is a self-paced online art class designed for young artists aged 9-17 who are fans of the Warriors book series. The class focuses on drawing and painting four popular characters from the series: Jayfeather, Lionblaze, Ravenpaw, and Cloudtail.   
This self-paced online class focuses on drawing and painting four beloved characters from the popular Warriors book series: Jayfeather, Lionblaze, Ravenpaw, and Cloudtail.

Key Features:

Learn step-by-step: The class provides detailed instructions and visual guides to help you draw each cat's unique features and personalities.
Explore different mediums: Students can experiment with various art supplies, including watercolor paints, colored pencils, markers, and even digital art tools.
Flexible learning: As a self-paced course, students can learn at their own speed and schedule, making it ideal for busy learners.
Creative expression: The class encourages students to add their own unique touches to the drawings, fostering creativity and individuality.
Who is it for:

Fans of the Warriors book series, especially those who love the characters Jayfeather, Lionblaze, Ravenpaw, and Cloudtail.
Aspiring artists of all skill levels, from beginners to those with some drawing experience.
Anyone who enjoys creative activities and wants to learn how to draw their favorite characters.
Overall:

This class offers a fun and engaging way for students to connect with their love for the Warriors series while developing their artistic skills. It's a fantastic opportunity to learn new techniques, express creativity, and create beautiful artwork inspired by these iconic feline characters.

In each video lesson, I demonstrate new artistic techniques and show examples of finished artwork produced with those techniques. Lessons run from 35 - 55 minutes depending on the artists abilities and desire to add more to the lesson!
~There are no live classes, however, there will be plenty of interactions between the students and myself.
~You choose the time and day you want to attend class.
~Each class activity will be sent out for the student to complete independently.
~These lessons have all been in many of my live classes and have proven to be fun, inspiring, and even a fun challenge!
~Art classes make the perfect SELF-PACE classes as students can pause or make changes to their piece as they see fit, the lessons can be done when they fit into the day without the worry of getting behind as it's a high-interest subject kids will want to work.

In this course, students will learn that growth in a subject matter such as art comes from repetition and breaking larger, more complex drawings into simple shapes. My goal is always to make drawing less stressful and more fun, to increase students’ confidence levels, and to help them see mistakes happen and can actually be good sometimes, and that art is a great relaxation activity. After the class, I noticed so many of my students are eager to keep drawing and creating more!  It is amazing how inspired your artist becomes after they learn the proper techniques to draw. They have the tools they need to be creative and now the confidence to go and draw more!
This is not a course for written grades, but I do give feedback when asked by the students in class. I stay positive while also offering constructive advice on how they could take their project to the next level. In every lesson, I teach I encourage every artist to make the drawing their very own. So I encourage them to add some extras, draw in their own style, and let them know their art does not have to look exactly like mine! My feedback is only ever positive and encouraging! Students will leave my class feeling empowered and encouraged, and I am sure they will be eager to draw more!

This SELF-PACED course is also a great option for:
~ Traveling / vacationing periods.
~ International students.
~ Students that prefer their own pacing.
~ Younger artists want to build their skills.

WHAT TO EXPECT
Each lesson consists of video instruction and learning drawing terms and techniques.

Learners will interact with the teacher through the classroom page via chat messaging and discussions about the lesson. We do not meet live. Instead, we will correspond through messaging in the classroom.  I am available to respond during the weekdays. During my live teaching times, I will not be able to respond. I typically respond in less than 3 hours on a weekday (central time zone).

Be sure to find the course elements to facilitate the students' artwork and improve their drawing skills.
~ Example drawing supplies (.pdf)
~ Picture of each artwork
~ Key question to reinforce video instruction drawing techniques they used (.pdf)

VIDEO LESSON  
After a short introduction, I will begin the step-by-step process of drawing out our character in easy-to-follow instructions. Each step will be broken down to the simplest form by using common shapes.  My favorite is comparing shapes to food!  Like a potato or a pizza. This frees the artist to allow for imperfections in their initial sketch. I encourage artists to draw with the proper techniques I am teaching, but to make the art their very own. Use their style and develop a story to go along with their art. Once we build our character out, we will add details, texture, shading, and form to our drawing. They are encouraged to pause the lesson so that when they are inspired to take their time to practice their technique.  They have the freedom to take their time. Lessons run from 35 - 55 minutes, depending on the artist's abilities and desire to add more to the lesson!


~Artists can follow step by step and ask questions. I will give feedback on the student's progress and suggestions to improve their artistic skills. Artists are also welcome to ask for help during class at any point, so they never have to worry about getting stuck. I am able to respond during the week. During my live teaching times I am not able to respond. I typically respond in less than 3 hours on a weekday (central time zone).

Watercolor Painting Class Supplies: 
See the colors in the class pictures that we will use.
- Paper - "watercolor paper" 9 x 12 (Note this is special paper.  Regular paper will tear and a canvas will not absorb)
- Pencil and eraser
- 2 qty - Jars of water
- Paper towels or napkins
- Paintbrushes - one with bristles the size of a fingertip and one detailed brush
- Paint tray for watercolor mixing
- Paint - watercolor paints (see the picture for colors needed for each character)

*All class times are approximate. Class length varies based on student ability. Classes are designed to run 30 - 55 minutes at most.*