Foundations of Drawing (7th-12th)

Title of Class: Foundations of Drawing

Grades: 7th - 12th

Course Description: Welcome to Foundations of Drawing! This course will help students build a
solid foundation of observational drawing, rendering, and perspective. Alongside building skills,
this course will encourage creativity and exploration of individual ideas and interests to broaden
students’ visual language.

This class is designed for any skill level, but especially for those who have an interest in
art and have a desire to start or further their art skills. So come ready to draw, make art, learn
from mistakes, and have fun doing it!

Cost Per Semester: $280

Materials needed for class:

Materials to bring on the first day of class (I will hold on to some of these and bring them when
they are needed. Sketchbooks, Pencils, Sharpener, and eraser brought by the student each
week)
● Pack of Artists Pencils
● Pack of Artists Charcoal
● Kneaded Eraser
● Sharpener
● Sketchbook
I will send links for these items during the summer.

Class Min: 6
Class Max: 16

Payment Methods:
Venmo:Venmo @ScarlettShim
Zelle 949-228-4547 (“James Shimabukuro”)
Checks out to Scarlett Shimabukuro

Email: [email protected]

Bio: Scarlett graduated from Laguna College of Art and Design with a BFA (Illustration with an
Entertainment Emphasis) in 2020. She has worked in the Kids Ministry Department at Compass
Bible Church since 2018, as well as serves as a leader in the High School Ministry since 2022.
She has had a variety of freelance jobs in illustration, conceptualization, and graphics. She is
excited to foster students’ creativity and artistic skill! Scarlett got married in November 2023 to
James Shimabukuro. Scarlett loves Jesus, animals(particularly cats and birds), sushi, and
dancing.

Is your student interested in pursuing art in college? - I would love to help them assemble
a college entry portfolio. I am available for one-on-one sessions to help encourage, curate and
consult with your students to help them on the way to Art School!