Acrylic Canvas Painting for Kids (10-14 years old)

About this class

This is a fun and engaging art class designed to inspire young artists and help them discover the joy of painting with acrylics! This class provides a supportive and creative environment where children can explore their artistic talents, express themselves, and develop new skills.

Topics Covered:

• Introduction to Acrylics: Understanding the properties of acrylic paints and how to use them effectively.
• Color Theory: Learning about primary, secondary, and tertiary colors, color mixing, and creating harmonious color schemes.
• Brush Techniques: Exploring different brushstrokes and techniques for creating texture and detail.
• Composition and Layout: Understanding the basics of composition, balance, and focal points in a painting.
• Painting Styles: Experimenting with various painting styles, including realism, abstract, and impressionism.
• Creative Projects: Completing a series of guided projects, such as landscapes, animals, still life, and imaginative scenes.
• Skills Developed:
• Creativity: Encouraging imaginative thinking and unique artistic expression.
• Technical Proficiency: Building confidence in handling acrylic paints, brushes, and other tools.
• Problem-Solving: Learning to overcome challenges in the creative process and developing a flexible approach to art-making.
• Fine Motor Skills: Improving hand-eye coordination and dexterity through detailed painting work.
• Artistic Vocabulary: Expanding knowledge of art terms and concepts related to painting.

Class Outline

• Class 1: Introduction to Acrylics & Color Theory:
  Students will explore the basics of acrylic paints, learn about different types of brushes, and practice mixing primary colors to create a color wheel. Students will create color charts, experiment with mixing colors, and paint a simple project to apply their understanding of color harmony.
• Class 2: Brush Techniques & Composition and Layout:
  Students will practice various brushstrokes and techniques on practice sheets, then create a textured landscape painting using these new skills. Students will learn about balance, focal points, and layout by sketching and painting a still life arrangement.
• Class 3 : Realism and Abstract Painting:
  Students will first paint a realistic image, such as an animal or plant, and then create an abstract version of the same subject to understand different artistic styles.
• Class 4 : Creative Projects:
  Students will work on guided projects like painting a sunset landscape, a favorite animal, or an imaginative scene, applying the techniques learned in previous classes.
• Class 5 : Themed Painting Sessions:
  Each session will focus on a fun theme (e.g., space, underwater world, or mythical creatures) where students can let their creativity flow and create themed artwork.
• Class 6 : Final Project:
  Students will plan and execute their own painting from start to finish, incorporating all the skills they have learned throughout the course.
  
• These classes offer a blend of structured learning and creative freedom, ensuring a well-rounded and enjoyable artistic experience for every student.

Materials needed

Items to buy for this class

• Acrylic Paints: Primary colors (red, blue, yellow)
• Secondary colors (green, orange, purple) Black and white
• Brushes: A variety of sizes, including flat, round, and detail brushes
• Canvases: 8×10 inches or 9×12 inches, one for each class
• Palette: Palettes for mixing colors
• Palette Knives: For mixing paints and creating textures
• Paper: Heavyweight paper for practice exercises
• Water Cups: For rinsing brushes
• Paper Towels: For cleaning brushes and hands
• Aprons: To protect clothing
• Easel: Tabletop easels for each student

Where to buy your materials

Most of the materials are available from any art supply shop, for example:

• Cass Art (Fire station)
• Jarir Bookstore: on Rayyan Road or Salwa Road
• Color Note: on Al Nasser Street
• Ibn Al Qayyim: at Markhiya Roundabout
• Al Rawnaq

Start: Tues, 21 Jan, 2025
End: Tues, 25 Feb, 2025
Lessons: 6
Days: Tuesdays
Time: 5-7pm
Location: VCUarts Qatar Campus
Cost: QAR 1000

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