Course Title: Creative Arts Exploration for Ages 9-18

Course Overview

This course is designed to introduce students aged 9-18 to various artistic techniques and concepts, including 3D drawing, perspective study, ceramics, color theory, and more. Through a combination of hands-on projects and theoretical study, students will develop their artistic skills and understanding of different mediums.

Module 1: Introduction to 3D Drawing

• Understanding dimensions and depth

• Basic techniques for creating 3D shapes

• Practical exercises: Drawing simple objects in 3D

Module 2: Perspective Study

• One Point Perspective

• Two Point Perspective

• Three Point Perspective

Module 3: Hand Building Ceramics

• Introduction to clay and tools

• Basic hand-building techniques: Pinch pots, coils, and slabs

• Glazing and firing processes

• Final project: Create a functional ceramic piece

Module 4: Color Theory

• Understanding the color wheel

• Primary, secondary, and tertiary colors

• Color mixing techniques

• Application of color theory in art projects

Module 5: Nature Study

• Observation techniques for drawing from nature

• Sketching plants and animals

• Creating a nature journal

Module 6: Landscape Study

• Elements of landscape composition

• Techniques for drawing and painting landscapes

• Field trip: Capturing local landscapes

Module 7: Portrait Study

• Understanding facial proportions

• Techniques for drawing realistic portraits

• Practice: Drawing from photographs and live models

Module 8: Art History

• Introduction to major art movements

• Study of influential artists and their works

• Discussion: The impact of history on contemporary art

Module 9: Cityscapes

• Techniques for capturing urban environments

• Combining perspective and architecture in drawings

• Final project: Create a cityscape artwork

Module 10: Reverse Acrylic Painting

• Introduction to reverse painting techniques

• Creating depth with layering

• Final project: Reverse painting on glass or acrylic

Module 11: Oil Painting of Still Life Objects

• Introduction to oil painting materials

• Techniques for painting still life

• Final project: Create a still life composition using oil paints

Course Duration

This course will run for 24 weeks, with two session per week. Each session will last approximately 90 mins.