Mythical Dragon: Lesson 2

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Helpful Tips

Hit the PAUSE BUTTON often!

Sharon doesn’t expect you to keep up with her pace. As a professional artist and teacher she is moving along at nice clip in order for you not to have to spend a lot of time listening to her.  She rather wants you to spend your time completing your project. So,  listen to a small part (maybe only a minute), push pause and then work that section. It is very important for you to slowly and carefully complete the project. These projects are not meant to be completed in one setting except for the Beginner Level. A student should never complete more than one lesson in a day.

Use the Lesson Highlights section below to check your work. 

Look at the Lesson Highlight section after every video where you work on your project. These pictures show where you should be at the end of the corresponding video. Click on each photo to enlarge the picture as you check your work. If adjustments need to be made to your project, do it before proceeding to the next video.

Pacing:

Don’t rush!  In order to have a masterpiece, you have to slow down and do a good job. On this project it is easy for young children to get in a rush because the small lines can start to get monotonous for them. That is why it is important to take breaks between the lessons.

Another reason it is important to take breaks is the paint. It needs to dry before you progress to far. Sharon has broken the lessons up in order to help ensure this is done corretly. After each lesson the student should stop working (at least until the project is completely dry).

Selecting tools for sculpting:

Use any tools you have around the house to sculpt with. Even a pencil or pen works for detail work. You don’t have the purchase sculpting tools if you use your imagination of what you already have in your home.

Keeping the clay from drying:

When you take a break, make sure to cover your dragon with a slightly damp rag. It should not be wet or the clay will get too soft. Then place it in a plastic bag that you seal with a twisty or by placing the open end of the bag underneath the sculpture. Air will dry out the dragon if you do not place it in a bag.

Using Rub and Buff:

When putting on the “Rub and Buff” make sure that children do not put it in their mouth as it can be toxic. Instead of using their fingers, have them use a stiff bristle brush to put it on the sculpture. Use only a little amount.

 

Appreciation: We would like to thank to Simply Charlotte Mason and Tapestry of Grace for the use of their excellent art history resources.

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Student Showcase

Sampling of masterpieces Sharon’s students have created after being taught the material included in this project.

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