Unlock Creativity: Art Classes for Kids in Centurion
Nurture Young Talents with Betty Edwards' Method
The aim of the art classes is to introduce drawing skills to children, drawing is a skill that can be learned and improved on with practice. The Betty Edwards “Drawing on the Right side of the brain” method is a training program that unlocks the artists hidden talent.
These pics of van Gogh's early and later drawings show how even the masters had to start somewhere
Ignite Imagination with Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain! Pretoria East Art classes
Betty Edwards' method is a way of nurturing the creativity within children and unveiling their hidden artistic potential. Guy M artist offers art classes for children in Centurion and Pretoria East.Guy M's studio in Lyttleton Manor has been reimagined as both a classroom and a place to be creative. It is Guy's goal to create a love of art in children, teens and adults. Offering these classes is Guy's way of giving back and being his creative self
By tapping into the principles of Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain, The method empowers young minds to perceive and express the world around them with newfound clarity.
The approach not only sharpens technical skills but also cultivates a profound sense of self-expression. Through carefully structured lessons, children are guided to break free from conventional constraints, unlocking a reservoir of artistic abilities they may not have realized existed.
Using the Betty Edwards method my own drawing and art improved by leaps and bounds.
Edwards' method goes beyond traditional art education, fostering a holistic approach that emphasizes observation, interpretation, and innovative thinking.
The effectiveness lies in the method's adaptability to individual learning styles, allowing each child to blossom at their own pace. The childrens art classes are not only about fostering a love for art, but creating self confidence and the ability to learn new skills.
Ultimately, Betty Edwards' approach not only imparts artistic prowess but instills a lifelong love for creativity, ensuring that each child's hidden artistic potential flourishes into a vibrant and unique form of self-expression.
See the Magic Unfold in Just a Few Lessons! Centurion Art Classes
Weekly Lessons Overview
The focus is on portraits which are considered the most difficult drawings to do, The theory is that if you can draw a person, you can draw anything. The system has been used in many art classes to teach those that cannot draw to understand the basics of drawing and teach them to create artworks that others can enjoy.Weekly Art Adventures for Ages 8-19
This syllabus is broken down by method and not time. Each child will work to their own time table, some exercises will be given as homework, so that they may practice and develop their skills. I would hope that the parents would encourage and praise the abilities and improvement.In the beginning.
The first few hours are dedicated to seeing what the children are capable of before we start with the lessons, They will be tasked with a few drawings in the studio, a self portrait looking in the mirror, A drawing of someone without any reference images, a drawing of their own hand and then a picture of a chair. These drawings are not to embarrass or prove inability, They are there to prove progress.
Drawing techniques
We will encourage students by comparing early and later drawings by some of the old masters showing their progress; learn about blocking, looking at things from different angles and how to use the right brain, the artistic side rather than the analytical to see what’s there. Exercises include looking at negative space, copying drawings done by other artists, drawing upside down to trick the mind into using the right hand side of the brain and more.Perspective and more
Learning how to sight a subject is the next phase, using different methods of measuring, different methods of seeing the subject, Getting the proportions right and bringing it all togetherThe Face
Next we start drawing faces, using the previous lessons about proportion, the different drawing techniques. Drawing faces from different angles and perceptions, focusing on the component parts, eyes, noses, ears, pulling them all together.The body
Next we look at the component parts of the body, focusing on specific parts, torso, legs, feet, arms, and hands bringing them all together.Shadows, highlights and shading
Next we will focus on the shadows, the highlights, different shading technique
Drawing the complete picture
Remember the exercises at the beginning, next we will be redoing those with all of the skills that have been learnt. This is not for points, it’s to show the children what a little learning and practice can offer. Once the student has drawn their pictures, we will move on to colour, discussing the colour wheel, we will start painting with gouache and use the drawing skills to create their own outlines and do the first painting. Once again a self portrait will be the subject. Upon completion of the above, the students will start with drawings and paintings of self selected subjects. Animals, water, still life and landscapesThe Power of Betty Edwards' Method
The Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain system, conceived by Betty Edwards, traces its origins to her extensive research in art education.Edwards, a psychologist, recognized the untapped creative potential within individuals and developed a method that diverged from conventional artistic instruction. Grounded in neuroscience, this system capitalizes on the brain's right hemisphere, known for its role in spatial perception and holistic thinking.
By engaging this hemisphere through perceptual drawing exercises, Edwards' method facilitates a shift from analytical left-brain dominance to intuitive right-brain processing.
The benefits of this approach are manifold, encompassing enhanced drawing skills, heightened observational abilities, and a profound boost in creative confidence.
Students often experience breakthroughs, transcending self-imposed limitations and tapping into latent artistic talents.
Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain not only enriches artistic proficiency but also fosters a broader, more intuitive approach to problem-solving, making it a transformative and holistic method for unleashing the creative potential within each practitioner.
Invest in Your Child's Creativity with art classes in Centurion and Pretoria East
Embark on a creative adventure for your child with our art classes in Centurion!Tailored for ages 8-12, our weekly one-hour sessions, priced at just R500.00 per month, harness the power of the acclaimed Betty Edwards method.
Beyond traditional art classes, we unlock hidden artistic potential through personalized attention and engaging exercises.
From foundational techniques to vibrant compositions, our classes ensure not just skill development, but a lifelong love for art.
With home practice tasks, your child's creativity will flourish. Invest in their artistic journey today – an hour a week, a world of imagination.
Join us, where every stroke is a step towards unlocking artistic brilliance! Sign up now and nurture your child's creativity at an affordable cost.