Susan's Tutoring Blog

Being a visual teacher, I understand the effects of visual stimulation on brain development and utilize imagery where appropriate to enhance learning. I also utilize graphic, image-rich technologies in my teaching and understand the advantages and disadvantages of various visual technologies and try to use them appropriately. I avoid passive learning and bridge the gap between seeing and doing. I often create assignments and activities that allow students to develop and apply their visual information and handling skills.

Kinesthetic learners Tips
Take study breaks often
Use large paper when...

1. You can freely express ideas. You have the freedom to create your own designs.

2. You can create logos. Using the pen tool, you can create shapes for your logo.

3. You can draw objects. Objects and drawings could be done realistically in Adobe Illustrator.

4. You can draw cartoons. Cute cartoon characters used for whatever purposes can be done in Illustrator.

5. You can draw icons. You can easily draw icon graphics using different shapes.

6. You can draw maps. You can create maps using the line and pen tool to draw lines and shapes.

7. You can draw info graphics. You can create graphs...

To get started with watercolor painting, you will need these 11 watercolor painting supplies:

Watercolors

Paper

Palette

Paper Towels

Jug of water

Soap

Pencil

Kneaded Eraser

Flat Board

Tape

Brushes

One extra supply that I can't be without - Watercolor Pencils!

A Quick Lesson:

Watercolors and colored pencils work really well together. When layered, they combine to create gorgeous textures and a rich sense of color.

Using a 2B pencil, lightly outline your subject. Also make some marks to denote areas of shadow or highlights.

Next, use a sepia colored pencil to color in the darkest...

Positive and negative space works in unison to affect the overall composition of a work of art. Understanding how positive and negative space work will greatly improve your ability to create successful pieces of artwork.

The positive space in a work of art is the area of interest. Usually, the subjects of the artwork are considered to be the positive space.

The negative space is made up of the areas around the subjects, or areas of non-interest. Positive space does not refer to “good” space and negative space does not mean “bad” space. Instead, the artist can manipulate the balance between...

Many of my students are stumped when it comes to deciding what type of folio book to use to present their artwork for college admissions. Many schools require hi-res image uploads to specific sites where they can view you portfolio online. It is also a wise choice to have hardcopies of your work neatly and strategically placed into a presentation book. This blog will help you to decide what kind of book you might want to use.

While there is no one best solution, each has its own advantages and disadvantages over the others. The easiest way to decide which presentation books are the most appropriate...

COURSE OUTLINE: Preparing A Portfolio For College Admissions

2 hr - 6 week Instructional

Important Steps:

1. Contact first choice and back-up colleges admissions departments to obtain their particular portfolio and admissions requirements. The required content of the portfolio may differ from college to college and each school's criteria should be followed as closely as possible.

2. Examples of requirements:

Required content
Original art, slides or digital portfolio
Size limitations
Amount of pieces (generally 12 to 20)
Application deadlines

3. Abilities often found within a portfolio:
Most...

I am available for:

Preparing A Portfolio For College Admissions
2 hr - 6 week Instructional
Coursework includes:
•Important Steps for applying
•Presenting Your Portfolio
•Practical work in Drawing from observation, Work in color, Design work, Personal art and other media.

I will spend six weeks building basic skills in drawing, color and design. Your artwork reflects who you are as an artist, your motivation and self-discipline. Getting accepted to a college level art program will give you the chance to produce and showcase your own work.