Course Description
Unleash Your Inner Artist in the World of Mixed Media!
Step into a vibrant realm where art knows no boundaries! Welcome to the exhilarating Mixed Media course, your passport to a universe where diverse art mediums dance together on the canvas of creativity. Here, the melding of distinct art forms will awaken a fresh perspective within you. And yes, as the symphony of colors and textures unfolds, prepare to get delightfully messy, rediscovering the joy of art in its purest form.
So, are you ready to embark on a journey where your imagination becomes the compass and creativity, your guiding light? Pack your enthusiasm, wear your passion, and let's dive deep into the heart of artistry!
The Enigma of Mixed Media
But wait, what truly is mixed media? At its core, mixed media is the art of harmoniously blending two or more artistic mediums to birth an entirely unique masterpiece. Think of it like a beautiful dance -- diverse yet in sync, distinct yet unified.
Picture this: you paint a serene watercolor landscape, capturing the delicate hues of dawn. Once dry, you etch in intricate details using a fine-tip pen, adding depth and life to your scene. Voila! You've just dabbled in mixed media without even realizing it!
But that's just scratching the surface. The world of mixed media beckons you to explore further, experiment more audaciously, and elevate your work by integrating myriad items. From beads to fabrics, from metals to paper, every element has the potential to inject layers, texture, and dimension, making each creation larger than life.
It's not just about crafting art; it's about telling a story, expressing a sentiment, and most importantly, pushing the limits of what art can be. So, are you ready to rewrite the rules of creation and embark on the most thrilling artistic adventure of your lifetime? Let the Mixed Media voyage begin!
- Completely Online
- Self-Paced
- Printable Lessons
- Full HD Video
- 6 Months to Complete
- 24/7 Availability
- Start Anytime
- PC & Mac Compatible
- Android & iOS Friendly
- Accredited CEUs

Learning Outcomes
- Define mixed media art by identifying and describing two or more different art mediums used in a single artwork.
- Demonstrate the ability to create a mixed media artwork by combining at least two distinct art mediums to convey a personal theme or concept.
- Identify and select appropriate brushes for different artistic techniques in acrylic and watercolor to achieve desired artistic effects in various artworks.
- Demonstrate the ability to correctly mix primary colors to create secondary colors with acrylic paints, achieving a consistent hue within a controlled setting.
- Apply techniques such as color blending, layering, and texturing to create complex and visually dynamic acrylic paintings on different surfaces.
- Demonstrate the ability to prepare various surfaces for acrylic painting by applying a primer or selecting suitable materials that require no priming.
- Identify key historical milestones in the evolution of acrylic paints and recognize influential artists who contributed to their popularity.
- Demonstrate the wet-on-wet and wet-on-dry techniques by creating a watercolor composition that incorporates seamless color transitions.
- Recognize the balance between pigment and water to achieve desired translucent effects in watercolor paintings.
- Identify and utilize different brushes and mediums to create diverse textural and visual effects in acrylic and watercolor projects within mixed media compositions.
- Demonstrate the ability to layer and blend oil pastels with various tools, achieving smooth color transitions and textural effects in a mixed media artwork.
- Define the historical evolution of markers by outlining three key innovations in their development from 1910 to the present day.
- Identify at least four types of markers and describe their unique applications and features in mixed media artistry.
- Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
Assessment Guide
Assessment | Points |
---|---|
Assignment 1A | 1 points |
Assignment 1B | 5 points |
Lesson 1 Exam | 10 points |
Assignment 2 | 20 points |
Lesson 2 Exam | 10 points |
Assignment 3A | 20 points |
Assignment 3B | 5 points |
Lesson 3 Exam | 10 points |
Assignment 4A | 20 points |
Assignment 4B | 5 points |
Assignment 5A | 10 points |
Assignment 5B | 10 points |
Lessons 4 & 5 Exam | 20 points |
Assignment 6 | 10 points |
Lesson 6 Exam | 10 points |
Assignment 7A | 20 points |
Assignment 7B | 20 points |
Assignment 8A | 20 points |
Assignment 8B | 20 points |
Lessons 7 & 8 Exam | 20 points |
Assignment 9A | 20 points |
Assignment 9B | 20 points |
Assignment 10A | 20 points |
Lessons 9 & 10 Exam | 12 points |
Assignment 11 | 20 points |
Lesson 11 Exam | 6 points |
Assignment 12A | 20 points |
Assignment 12B | 20 points |
Lesson 12 Exam | 7 points |
Assignment 13 | 20 points |
Lesson 13 Exam | 7 points |
Assignment 14 | 20 points |
Lesson 14 Exam | 9 points |
Assignment 15 | 20 points |
The Final Project | 20 points |
What did you think? | 25 points |
The Final Exam | 90 points |