FUNDAMENTALS OF ART (DRAWING, STORYTELLING, & DESIGN

Description

DESCRIPTION: Drawing is the most primal expression of self that is known to man. With this activity, people first express their creativity and communicate how they see and understand the world. It is therefore a very sad thing when people grow up, and say that they do not know how to draw. The main purpose of this class is to show people not just HOW to draw, but also to let students know that they CAN draw, and when done properly, drawing is a way to tell stories about themselves. This program is divided into 4 quarters and covers the fundamentals of Drawing (Parts 1 and 2), Storytelling, and Design. Here, we will guide students young and old through the very basics they need to know and be proficient in so they can confidently say that they can indeed draw, and draw well.

Fundamentals of Art: Drawing Part I	Covers the following topics: ● Developing the proper motor skills for drawing ● Accelerated Lines, Moebius Lines, Freeform Lines, Circles and Angled Ellipses ● Basic Composition with the Basic Elements ● Simple Figure Observation and Deconstruction ● Basic Stick Figures ● Basic Simple Shapes and Construction Drawings ● Basic Gesture Drawings ● Basic Frame Skeletons ● Introduction to Scale ● Introduction to Perspective ● Turning 2D to 3D using the 1-Point Perspective Technique
Fundamentals of Art: Drawing Part II	* Drawing Part I is a prerequisite to this course Covers the following topics: ● The Concept of Tactile Surfaces: Soft and Hard ● Basic 2-Point Perspective ● Scale in the 3-Dimensional Space ● Perspective in the 3-Dimensional Space ● Applying Perspective to Life Drawing ● What is Composition ● Silhouettes, Outlines, and Shapes ● What are Fractals? Regular Outlines and Freeform Outlines ● Real-World Objects ● Introduction to Shading ● Introduction to Designing an Environment-Sensible ● Character ● Introduction to Designing Means of Transportation and ● Tools
Fundamentals of Art: Storytelling	* Drawing Part II is a prerequisite to this course Covers the following topics: ● The Hero and the Setting ● The Conflict: Wants and Needs ● The Start of The Quest ● The Journey, The Search, and The Trials ● The Resolution is Found! ● Taking the Resolution! ● The Journey Back ● The Change, and The Hero and The Setting. ● The Cyclical Nature of Stories ● Twists, Misdirection, and Cliffhangers
Fundamentals of Art: Design	* Storytelling is a prerequisite to this course Covers the following topics: ● Introduction to Value ● Stroke Efficiency ● Introduction to Color ● Introduction to Temperature ● Introduction to Light and Light Interactions ● The Psychology of Color ● Revisiting Hard and Soft Objects ● Matte, Glossy, and Reflective Surfaces ● Atmospheric Perspective ● Introduction to Light and Light Interactions ● Monochrome Composition

COURSE LEVEL: No prior knowledge required to attend Fundamentals of Art: Drawing I. Please check the prerequisite course on the table above for other classes in this course.

INSTRUCTOR: Gabay Lee

Gabay Lee has been a teacher ever since she was a young girl, though it took some time for her to realize it. A product of Southville International School and Colleges, she graduated Bachelor of Elementary Education, majoring in Special Education in 2014, and graduated with a Masters of Arts in Psychology in June 2021. A big believer in atmosphere and setting, she is inspired by classic gothic stories and contemporary horror manga, themes that allow her to explore the concept of imaginative transformation. She constantly strives to improve every day and practices life drawing and scenic sketches.

AGE RECOMMENDATION: 8 years old and above

COURSE LEVEL: No prior knowledge required to attend this class

CLASS REQUIREMENTS:

● Zoom
● Google Classroom
● Any paper
● At least 1 drawing implement (Preferably a pencil)

FREQUENCY: Once a week, 10 sessions

Class calendar will be sent as a separate email.

SCHEDULE:

Fundamentals of Art: Drawing I Mondays 1:00-2:00 PM – starts on Jan. 16, 2023
Fundamentals of Art: Drawing II Thursdays 2:00-3:00 PM – starts on Jan. 19, 2023
Fundamentals of Art: Storytelling Thursdays 1:00-2:00 PM – starts on Jan. 19, 2023
Fundamentals of Art: Design Thursdays 1:00-2:00 PM – Next cycle – TBA

Each session takes 45-60 minutes within the given schedule.

Any changes on the start date of classes will be announced in advance. Once you are officially enrolled, a separate email will be sent, including the start of classes, calendar, schedules, and other important reminders. You will be added to the Class Viber Group
wherein all important announcements and coordination happen, for easier communication.