Wednesday, April 4, 2012

5th grade klee paintings

This class learned about Paul Klee and the fragmented painting "Sinbad the Sailor".




Thursday, March 22, 2012

2nd grade catles

The 2nd graders are making a castle scene.  We learned about faux painting.  Next we will create a background with a horizon line.




Saturday, March 10, 2012

Youth art month art exhibition

Today I came to Columbus to enjoy seeing Ashlee's artwork displayed at the state art show.  There was a lovey awards reception as well.
There were only 150 pieces chosen in Ohio.






YPAE art show

I am currently sitting next to Tatum at the Rhodes Tower in Columbus.  Her tessellation is on display at the Young People's Art Exhibition.  It's a pretty big deal.






Tuesday, March 6, 2012

3rd grade weaving

The 3rd graders are learning how to weave on a cardboard loom.  They are reinforcing their patterns and tying skills.



Friday, February 24, 2012

Kindergarten character drawing

This class learned about drawing people.  They learned to use shapes for the body.




4th grade mononchromatic

We are exploring tints, tones, and shades.



1st grade tree of life

1st graders are making their own version of gustav klimts tree of life.  They were excited to use the metallic paint again.  Next we will glue some sequins to make the trees sparkle.




Thursday, February 23, 2012

FREEDOM!

With my limited instructional time, it is rare that the students get to do something undirected.





6th grade kaleidocycles

This class is making a kinetic sculpture called a kaleidocycle.