Marsha Posted February 27, 2008 Share Posted February 27, 2008 I reeaally need a plan. I cannot draw nor can my children How do I get started? What is the simplest way to learn? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sue G in PA Posted February 27, 2008 Share Posted February 27, 2008 If that is what you want to focus on, there are several available curriculums including Drawing W/ Children that teach the basics of drawing. It could be as simple as using the Draw, Write, Now books to do basic drawings and copywork to go with them. I don't remember the ages of your children, but even my oldest, dd11, (who can't draw to save her life!) likes these books. Here is another fun plan: Usborne has an Art Treasury book that we like to use. It's basic layout is this: an artist profile on one page w/ one of his/her drawings/paintings/sculptures, etc. and then a project on the next where the kids (and you!) re-create something similar to that particular piece. My kids have really enjoyed it so far. We do take it a step further and study more about the artist (ala Charlotte Mason Artist Studies) and more of his/her work and then do the project or projects. Visit http://www.simplycharlottemason.com for some ideas on artist study. I'm sure others can recommend other curricula that is art-specific that teaches art more systematically if that is what you want. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreenKitty Posted February 27, 2008 Share Posted February 27, 2008 I don't know how old your children are but here are some links for drawing: Art Graphica, Art Factory, How to Draw it, Draw your World, Fine Arts Emporium, Mark Kistler and Ed Emberley. Also if you go to the Rainbow Resource site and look up Drawing there are several book options. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hose Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 Mark Kistler's Draw Squad is a big hit around here. Our library has the video series (otherwise it's about $300! ouch!). I am going to order his book to go with it. On his website there are 3 free lessons which I think are fabulous. You might want to google him and check it out. My children are ages 11 and 9. It's a great introductory drawing curriculum for those ages. HTH. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BusyBee Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 I have enjoyed Drawing With Children. I do the lessons with my sons and they love it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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