Monday

November-December, 2009

Turtle Mandala
2nd grade project
Color a mandala using a color pattern to create a design with rhythm.
Cut out mandala mat on preselected color paper leave a boarder.

Mandala will be the shell to the turtle.
Add body parts and decorate in Aboriginal dream-dot style.
Look at examples of designs and patterns.

November, 2009

Cookie People Around the World
First Grade

Sunday

November, 2009

Kindergarten Wacky Face Mask
using a paper plate as the base for the mask students reviewed the parts of the human face
and where they are located. Markers and pipe cleaners were the additional supplies used to complete this fun project.

Saturday

November, 2009

Session II
Mandalas, Mosaics, Masks, Molas and Mummies
We will continue to explore the art, customs, clothing, culture
and architecture found in different countries. Each student
will be involved in a hands on project (or projects) that involves either
mandalas, mosaics, masks, molas or mummies. All projects
connect to classroom curriculum or support VAPA standards.

October-November, 2009

After School "Drawing from Life"
class open to students grades 3-6

October November

After School "Color Me Fun"
art class open to students in grades 1-3

October, 2009

Paper Mache skulls
5th grade project

Monday

October

What is Day of the Dead?
Cultural connection

September 2009

Large Paper Skeleton
4th grade students cut and assemble large paper skeletons and decorate them in connection to
the "Day of the Dead" celebration.


September 2009

This is Me!



kindergarten self-portraits

September 2009

Mr. Bones
2nd grade, Mixed and 6th
Imagine and Observe

September 2009

African Animal Shields
1st grade cut, glue, color and create

September 2009

Vase Face3rd grade started a 3 part project that involves drawing a profile/vase. This is a difficult exercise because it requires a lot of concentration and hand eye coordination. Students used rulers to help them guide their drawing. They will complete two vase pattern drawings, cut them out and select one to use as their template for completing the project. The last step will involve adding decorative mosaic tiles.

September 2009

Art History
We started the year with a trip around the world. All classes learned about the 7 continents and had a chance to view samples of art from different lands. Our theme for the year is "It's a small World" so let the ride begin.

Tuesday

September 2009

Around the World
Our art program will start this week with an over-view of art and architecture around the world. All students will have a chance to compare and contrast art from different countries and see where those countries are. So pack your bags we are off to explore the world of ART!

Wednesday

May 2009

Art Reception
Over 700 pieces of art were on display representing every student and samples of every project from the school year. Parents, staff and volunteers were invited to a special evening gallery event, classes toured the exhibit during the school day.




May 2009

End of year projects

May 2009

6th Grade Self Portrait Project

May 2009


Drawings from Nature