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The Basics of Drawing, Beginner Level

This 5 week course will cover basic drawing techniques including lines, shading, realism, and more. This is the perfect class for beginners.
Kimmary MacLean BA, BS, FCCA
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What's included

5 live meetings
5 in-class hours

Class Experience

The Basics of Drawing will cover basic drawing technique through the use of drawing pencils and colored pencils.

Week 1: The study of line and shape
Week 2: The study of shading
Week 3: The study of symmetry
Week 4: The study of abstract art
Week 5: The study of realism

Class will begin with an interactive discussion about the days topic and will be followed by hands on experimentation of the subject and technique.

The class will be taught through discussion and observation. Examples will be given to help give learners a "springboard" to dive into their art. And positive feedback will be given to help progress their art journey, into the future.

Learners will be asked to think and answer questions about that days topics (such as, "What is an example of line?"). At the end of the class everyone will share their drawings with the class, if they feel comfortable doing so. 

No prior experience or knowledge is needed. Just an open mind and the desire to be creative and to learn.

Note to parents: The Monday morning section will be 55 minutes instead of 60 minutes. We will still cover just as much material as the 60 minute sections.

Syllabus

5 Lessons
over 5 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Line and Shape
 This lesson studies line and shape and how we think about them. 
60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Shading
 In this lesson we will learn multiple ways to shade a drawing. 
60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Symmetry
 We will learn three types of symmetry and create drawings of them. 
60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Abstract Art
 We will view multiple examples of abstract art and create our own. 
60 mins online live lesson

Other Details

Supply List
Learners will need drawing pencils, colored pencils, and drawing (or sketch) paper (9"x12" preferred, but any similar size will do)
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined August, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
I have a degree in Art Studio from University of Maryland, College Park. My focus was on drawing and painting. I have also taught art for over 20 years and I have worked with children since 1996. I am currently an artist, teaching and exhibiting my artwork in Maryland. 

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$70

for 5 classes

1x per week, 5 weeks
60 min
Completed by 54 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-11
3-12 learners per class

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