Learn to Draw Anything: ages 8-13 / 90 minutes
Mary Eckes
Star Educator
In this class, students get to choose their subject while learning standard drawing techniques.
Class Experience
The subject taught is basic drawing. Each student has the opportunity to choose their subject and to add as much or as little detail as they prefer. This includes a pet, favorite animal, a cartoon character, a family member, or even a self-portrait. I request that students have a picture printed out, available as a photo, or on a device before class begins, as well as to send me the image via email using the teacher tab on the learner page. It will be used as a constant reference during...
Students will be able to create a drawing that is all their own. They will learn about shapes and lines that comprise the subject, and how their combination contribute toward completion. Shading and blending techniques will be taught, with students deciding to what extent they would like to add these features to their piece. The choice will be theirs.
I am a lifelong, self- taught artist, beginning at a very young age. I received 3 years of advanced art instruction in secondary school. My experience includes selling my work in an art gallery which I owned and operated. I continue to be privately commissioned and give pieces as gifts. Prior to retiring from working in special education, I applied my skills in the form of art therapy for behaviorally challenged children in the classroom setting.
Homework Offered
Assessments Offered
Assessment is informal. It is based on the specific stages of each student’s drawing reached outside of class, should they desire to work between classes. In this case, they are welcome to send me snapshots via Outschool email for evaluation. This option is convenient especially for students who miss class due to illness or a vacation. Assessments are also made during class after each step pertaining to each student’s drawing is completed.Grades Offered
*Sketchpad (Printer paper is OK) * Set of drawing pencils- different grades: 2B, HB, 2H ( #2 standard pencil is OK) * Eraser * Stump (preferred, although a Q-tip or Kleenex is fine) * Sharpener ** If choices are specific, such as a pet, a Pokemon character, a character from a favorite game, etc., please send me an image in advance using the teacher tab on your learner's page.
Available times
Pacific
Meet the teacher
Star Educator
I am passionate about teaching drawing to children. I am an artist who enjoys creating portraits on commission and as gifts. I have been drawing since I was very young, and the personal satisfaction I receive has always been very stimulating for...
Group Class
$26
weekly1x per week
90 min
Live video meetings
Ages 8-13
1-4 learners per class