Frank Stella Inspired Relief Sculptures

Fifth Grade students learned about the artist Frank Stella. They were inspired by his relief sculptures from the 1990's. The students were to show an activity in an abstract way. Some chose sports while others picked every day mundane activities. They used shapes, colors, and patterns that depicted their activity and the way they feel while doing it. We discussed how some types of lines and patterns give us a feeling of tension and high energy while others are soothing and relaxing. The same idea applies to colors and their connections to feelings. These were all things that the students thought about when creating their sculptures.

Christmas Musical Success!

Our Third Grade Christmas musical was in December and it was a huge success! Our music teacher, Clare Eggleston, did a fantastic job with the kids. They sounded great and the music was adorable. The sets turned out great and I hope to use the whimsical houses for other things in the future. I only took pictures with my cell phone so excuse the poor quality.

3rd Grade Musical Preparations!

Our 3rd Grade students have been hard at work in their Music class preparing for their Christmas musical, "Dear Santa". I have put them to work in my art class, as well! Mrs. Eggleston and I really make the school musicals a student centered event where they create the sets and their own costumes. The set this year will resemble a whimsical neighborhood. The kids have been creating these colorful homes that will fill the gym wall where they perform. Here is a sneak peak of the houses in progress.

Currently on exhibit: 2nd Grade Mexican Folk art inspired work

Students in two of our 2nd grade classes learned about the folk art of Mexico. They were instructed to incorporate their hand in their story telling design somewhere. The students painted and used Mexico's characteristic yarn painting technique as well as incorporating some metal tooling into their piece.

Currently on exhibit: 4th Grade Modigliani inspired work

Students in 4th grade studied the work of Amadeo Modigliani and his elongated portraits. They created their self portrait in his style. They are currently on exhibit in the Fine Arts hall.

Kindergarten Self Portrait Love

Kindergarten students recently finished their annual Self Portrait lesson. This is one project that I repeat each year. What parent wouldn't melt when they see these?

We love Romare Bearden!

Students in Third Grade have been looking at the fabulous work of Romare Bearden. Here is a sneak peak at the beginning of their Bearden inspired city scapes. Our focus has been on understanding Foreground, Middleground, and Background. We are currently laying down background colors and will begin the process of bringing our cities to life next week. Check back to see how these evolve!