10^th March: Watercolour Drawing lesson by Ian Dixon 8:30am to 12:30 pm

In the morning, I assisted another teacher with their lesson for the class, which focused on rendering images using watercolour. I found the lesson to be quite engaging and even began experimenting with the techniques myself, as demonstrated in the accompanying video. By listening attentively to Ian’s explanations and taking notes, I was able to support students who appeared confused and needed extra assistance. Although I had limited experience with watercolour techniques, the overall experience was enriching and helped me develop the skills to think quickly and effectively assist students who were struggling to understand.

Here are some notes I took during Ian Dixon’s lesson:

– White paper can initially seem daunting.

– Consider using different materials for drawing.

– Shadows and drop shadows are powerful tools that provide perspective and depth, making images more realistic and easier to interpret.

– Technique: Use a piece of tracing paper. Draw your desired image on one side with a fine liner and then add colour on the opposite side to make the image pop.

– Mixed media drawing involves changing techniques, such as using pencil for the outer areas and pen and colour for the focal points, guiding the viewer’s eye to the key areas.