VIDEOS FOR INSTRUCTION

This video demonstrates how to begin drawing an animal using simple shapes while focusing on only one side of the face for the symmetry technique. Emphasis is placed on building the form and drawing fur correctly.smoothly to create depth.

This video focuses on analyzing a reference photo, looking closely at the direction and length of fur. Examples are shown to help students understand how hair flows across the animal’s face.

This video demonstrates how to carefully Sharpie the final design. Focus is placed on avoiding hard lines in fur areas and using light, wispy strokes to create realistic hair.

This video shows how to use Sharpie to build shadows before painting. Students learn how to fill in areas to create depth and prepare for the neon value scale.

This video demonstrates how to begin painting with neon watercolors by identifying highlights and shadows. Focus is placed on following the neon value scale and blending colors smoothly to create depth and form.

This video continues the painting process with a faster demonstration, adding more shadows and highlights. Emphasis is placed on using the reference image to correctly apply neon scale colors.

This video shows students working in class during the painting process. It provides real examples of progress, techniques, and how the project develops over time.

This video showcases completed student artwork displayed under black light from the 2022 FMS Art Show. It highlights the glow effect and final impact of the neon designs.