A description of the Drawing Classes

This is a step by step drawing class. An appropriate picture is chosen based on student skill and interest, and broken down into parts. For a warm-up the students practice drawing the individual parts. Then the teacher will draw the picture step by step, explaining in detail each part, while the students follow along. The finished drawings are colored with water soluble crayons, then brushed with water, turning the crayon into paint. It creates a wonderful mixed media effect. This method is an excellent way to build both confidence and skills. The method itself is not creative, but enables the foundation for creativity. Students leave these lessons with a feeling of pride and confidence, building their identity as an artist. Parents will be impressed with the resulting artwork.