Welcome to Drawing and Sketching for Beginners!
This 8-week online course is designed for students ages 8 and up who are eager to dive into the world of drawing. Whether you're just starting out or looking to strengthen your artistic foundation, this course will guide you through essential skills in a fun and easy-to-follow way.
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Course Outline:
Week 1: Introduction
We'll kick things off by getting to know each other and discussing what we'll accomplish over the next 8 weeks. You'll learn what materials you’ll need and how to create a positive, creative environment.
Week 2: Introduction to the Elements of Art
In this week, we'll explore the building blocks of art, such as line, shape, color, form, space, texture, and value. These elements are the foundation of any great piece of art.
Week 3: Warm-up and Hand-Eye Coordination
Developing hand-eye coordination is key to improving your drawing skills. We’ll go through fun exercises and warm-ups to help you make more confident and precise marks on the page.
Week 4: Basic Shapes and Light Lines
This week, you’ll learn how to see and draw the basic shapes that make up any object or scene. We’ll also practice drawing light lines, which are great for building up your sketches.
Week 5: Refining Your Shapes
Now that you’re comfortable with basic shapes, we’ll refine them to create more detailed and recognizable sketches. This is where your drawings will start to take shape!
Week 6: Sketch Practicing
With a solid understanding of shapes and lines, it’s time to practice sketching various objects, people, and scenes. You’ll build your confidence and start developing your own drawing style.
Week 7: Adding Details
In this lesson, we’ll focus on adding the small details that bring your sketches to life. From facial expressions to textures, you’ll learn how to make your drawings more realistic and dynamic.
Week 8: Keep Practicing and Introduction to Advanced Concepts
As the course wraps up, we’ll review what you’ve learned and introduce you to advanced techniques like shading, perspective, and proportion. You'll leave with the tools and confidence to keep growing as an artist!
By the end of the course, you’ll have a strong foundation in drawing and sketching, and the skills to keep improving on your own. We can’t wait to see how your creativity unfolds!