Things are moving right along in the art room! Here is an update of what each grade is currently working on right now.
Kindergarten: The Kindergartners are learning about the Chinese culture, focusing on the celebration of the New Year. I introduced the students to the Chinese culture and the New Year celebration by reading a book. We then learned how to draw a tiger because it is the year of the Tiger in China this year. We then further discussed the dragon dance that is performed for the celebration and the students were taught how to draw a dragon. I then showed the students how to create a paper lantern for the lantern festival. The students will be decorating their lanterns and will be watching a video about the lantern festival in China.
1st Grade: The first graders just completed their Color Wheel Clown project and will be learning about Japan this week. They will be learning about Gyotaku printing and about the Sumi-E painting style.
2nd Grade: The second graders just finished working on their jungle collages inspired by Henri Rousseau (pictures are up) and will be starting on their clay project this week. They will be researching birds and then creating a nest, bird, and eggs out of clay.
3rd Grade: Currently the third graders are in the middle of their clay project. The students learned about Edgar Degas and his sculpture of a ballet dancer called "Little Dancer, Age 14". They then sculpted a dancer (style was their choice) out of clay. The dancers went through a kiln fire are now ready to be painted. After the paint dries, the students will design clothes for the dancers using assorted fabrics.
4th Grade: The fourth graders are working on a painting project inspired by Georgia O'Keeffe. They learned about her artistic style and studied Color Theory. Then they chose a few objects (shells, flowers, etc.) and began to sketch them in their sketchbooks. They then chose their favorite object and are currently sketching it on a large 12 x 18 in. piece of paper. They will then paint their object.
5th Grade: The fifth graders are on the tail end of their unit on Egypt. The students learned about the mural painting styles of the Ancient Egyptians and then sketched their own scene using this unique method. The students viewed a video on the culture and history of Egypt and will be spending the next few weeks finishing their drawings.
The students are doing a great job this semester in art class, and I look forward to the rest of the year!
Sunday, February 21, 2010
Sunday, January 10, 2010
Back to Schoooooooool
The first week back from break went very well in the Art Room!! We have been hard at work!!! Here's an update on what each grade is working on...
Kindergarten: The Kindergartners have come back from break to continue working on their puppets. Before break, the students discussed the difference between a sculpture and a painting or drawing. They then began to create their own self-portrait puppet using modeling clay and various other materials. This past week, the students painted their puppets faces. We will be continuing work on the puppets next week.
1st Grade: This past week in 1st grade, the students worked on painting a color wheel. The students learned how to mix the secondary colors by only using the primary colors before we went on break. This past week they used this knowledge to paint a color wheel. These color wheels will be turned into clowns in the weeks to come!
2nd Grade: Before break, the 2nd graders began working on a jungle collage inspired by the artist, Henri Rousseau. We discussed what a collage was, and how to go about creating one. This past week, I demonstrated how to add bushes and leaves to the collages. We will continue working on the collages in the weeks to come.
3rd Grade: This past week the 3rd graders began working on their clay project for the year. The students learned about the artist, Edgar Degas, and viewed and discussed his work, "Little Dancer, Age 14". The students then brainstormed and sketched ideas for their own clay dancer.
4th Grade: This past week the 4th graders received their finished coil pots to take home. They participated in a critique of their work and filled out a self-assessment sheet to reflect on the work they had done.
5th Grade: The 5th graders began a new unit this past week. I showed a power point on Ancient Egyptian Art, and the students began to sketch ideas for a drawing inspired by the unique art they Egyptians did.
Pictures and more information to come!!!
Kindergarten: The Kindergartners have come back from break to continue working on their puppets. Before break, the students discussed the difference between a sculpture and a painting or drawing. They then began to create their own self-portrait puppet using modeling clay and various other materials. This past week, the students painted their puppets faces. We will be continuing work on the puppets next week.
1st Grade: This past week in 1st grade, the students worked on painting a color wheel. The students learned how to mix the secondary colors by only using the primary colors before we went on break. This past week they used this knowledge to paint a color wheel. These color wheels will be turned into clowns in the weeks to come!
2nd Grade: Before break, the 2nd graders began working on a jungle collage inspired by the artist, Henri Rousseau. We discussed what a collage was, and how to go about creating one. This past week, I demonstrated how to add bushes and leaves to the collages. We will continue working on the collages in the weeks to come.
3rd Grade: This past week the 3rd graders began working on their clay project for the year. The students learned about the artist, Edgar Degas, and viewed and discussed his work, "Little Dancer, Age 14". The students then brainstormed and sketched ideas for their own clay dancer.
4th Grade: This past week the 4th graders received their finished coil pots to take home. They participated in a critique of their work and filled out a self-assessment sheet to reflect on the work they had done.
5th Grade: The 5th graders began a new unit this past week. I showed a power point on Ancient Egyptian Art, and the students began to sketch ideas for a drawing inspired by the unique art they Egyptians did.
Pictures and more information to come!!!
Monday, December 21, 2009
Grades in Art Class Will be Changing!
After break, the behavior grade that is given in art class each week will be changing slightly. It will become a mix between participation and behavior in class. Also every student will start out with an "S" for this grade as participating in classroom activities and following classroom rules is expected. Students may achieve an "O" if they go above and beyond classroom expectations and perform exemplary during activities. On the flip side, students who choose to not participate or behave appropriately in art class will earn the grade "N".
Behavior will not be assessed on a project grade, however, if a student is not participating or following classroom rules while they are in art class the quality of their work is likely to be lower than that of students following classroom procedures properly.
Just a reminder that an "O" is outstanding and counts as a 95% in Power School, a "S" is satisfactory and counts as a 80%, a "N" is not satisfactory and counts as a 65%, and a U is Unsatisfactory and counts as a 50%. I do not assign the percentages, it is an automatic calculation by Power School. I enter the letter given to the project and the percentage is assigned.
If there are any questions, please do not hesitate to email or call!
Happy Holidays!!! =)
Behavior will not be assessed on a project grade, however, if a student is not participating or following classroom rules while they are in art class the quality of their work is likely to be lower than that of students following classroom procedures properly.
Just a reminder that an "O" is outstanding and counts as a 95% in Power School, a "S" is satisfactory and counts as a 80%, a "N" is not satisfactory and counts as a 65%, and a U is Unsatisfactory and counts as a 50%. I do not assign the percentages, it is an automatic calculation by Power School. I enter the letter given to the project and the percentage is assigned.
If there are any questions, please do not hesitate to email or call!
Happy Holidays!!! =)
Merry Christmas!
It's that time of year! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! I will see everyone after break!
Sunday, November 15, 2009
What we are up to in Art Class
Kindergarten: We will be finishing up our unit on the color wheel this week. AFter painting a color wheel using mixed colors, the students added paper to turn their color wheels into clowns. Look for pictures of these awesome creations coming soon!
1st Grade: Last week the students learned how to use glaze, the special paint for clay, and applied it appropriately to their clay butterflies. The students had to use problem solving skills in order to find the color they wanted. First they had to look on the glaze example board to find the right color then match the name of that glaze to the jar that held the color they wanted. We will finish glazing the butterflies this week and they will then go into the kiln for a final glaze-fire.
2nd Grade: We have been hard at work creating Wild Beast self-portraits in the style of the artist, Henri Matisse. The students first learned how to draw a self-portrait and then filled their self-portrait with wild and crazy colors. Lastly the students added paper-cut outs to their portraits as Matisse did in his later years.
3rd Grade: The third graders are working on a recycling project. The students have taken recyclable materials and created sculptures out of them. Last week the students began to papier-mache their sculptures in order to add strength and stability. It is a very messy, fun process and the students are really enjoying it!
4th Grade: I am so impressed with the fourth graders and their hard work so far! We have been hard at work on our coil pots created from Indian Red Clay. The students have to build a pot using rolled coils, and I am impressed with their hard work and creativity! The pots are coming along wonderfully, and I will be adding pictures to show their progress.
5th Grade: The fifth graders have been working very hard to learn the process of drawing in one-point perspective. The students are working on drawing a city in a bird's eye view, and I'm excited with how they are coming along!
I am constantly reminded why I am an art teacher when I see the creativity coming out of my students. They are always amazing me with what they are capable of, and I can not wait to see what will come throughout this year!
1st Grade: Last week the students learned how to use glaze, the special paint for clay, and applied it appropriately to their clay butterflies. The students had to use problem solving skills in order to find the color they wanted. First they had to look on the glaze example board to find the right color then match the name of that glaze to the jar that held the color they wanted. We will finish glazing the butterflies this week and they will then go into the kiln for a final glaze-fire.
2nd Grade: We have been hard at work creating Wild Beast self-portraits in the style of the artist, Henri Matisse. The students first learned how to draw a self-portrait and then filled their self-portrait with wild and crazy colors. Lastly the students added paper-cut outs to their portraits as Matisse did in his later years.
3rd Grade: The third graders are working on a recycling project. The students have taken recyclable materials and created sculptures out of them. Last week the students began to papier-mache their sculptures in order to add strength and stability. It is a very messy, fun process and the students are really enjoying it!
4th Grade: I am so impressed with the fourth graders and their hard work so far! We have been hard at work on our coil pots created from Indian Red Clay. The students have to build a pot using rolled coils, and I am impressed with their hard work and creativity! The pots are coming along wonderfully, and I will be adding pictures to show their progress.
5th Grade: The fifth graders have been working very hard to learn the process of drawing in one-point perspective. The students are working on drawing a city in a bird's eye view, and I'm excited with how they are coming along!
I am constantly reminded why I am an art teacher when I see the creativity coming out of my students. They are always amazing me with what they are capable of, and I can not wait to see what will come throughout this year!
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
Donations are always Appreciated!
I am in need of newspapers, plastic bags (like from Wal-Mart), and paper bags. If anyone would like to help, please send them to the art room with your child! Thank you for any help!
Thursday, October 15, 2009
This week in art class
Kindergarten: After learning the primary and secondary colors and a little about the color wheel, we began work on learning/reviewing how to paint. I demonstrated how to use a paint brush, wash between colors, and paint properly. The students then received a "practice painting" sheet. After painting the primary colors, I showed the students how to mix the secondary colors and then paint them on their paper.
1st Grade: We began a new project this week. We will be creating a clay butterfly by using specific clay methods and design.This week I read a few books to the students about the different types of butterflies, and then I demonstrated how to draw a butterfly while the students followed along. After drawing their butterflies the students designed their wings remembering that the wings are symmetrical.
2nd Grade: This week I introduced the students to their new project, Self-Portraits inspired by the artist Matisse. I read the students the biography of Matisse and we looked at a few of his most famous artworks. I then instructed the students on how to draw a self-portrait step by step as they followed along in their sketchbooks.
3rd Grade: In art this week, we began our newest project on recycling. Students will be creating a sculpture made from materials that could be recycled. This week, I read a book on recycling, and then showed the students different images of sculptures made from recyclable material and discussed ideas for our own sculptures. We then discussed the history of trash, and then did a group activity on Reusing, Recycling, and Reducing trash.
4th Grade: We began work on our clay project for the year this week. Students will be creating a pot made from coils and then design it based on Greek pottery designs. I began by showing a powerpoint on Greek pottery forms and on the designs the Greeks used on their pots. The students then sketched 2 to 3 different pots with various designs.
5th Grade: This week, the students began learning about perspective drawing. I presented a powerpoint on the terms associated with perspective, and then as a class we practiced drawing boxes using one-point perspective.
1st Grade: We began a new project this week. We will be creating a clay butterfly by using specific clay methods and design.This week I read a few books to the students about the different types of butterflies, and then I demonstrated how to draw a butterfly while the students followed along. After drawing their butterflies the students designed their wings remembering that the wings are symmetrical.
2nd Grade: This week I introduced the students to their new project, Self-Portraits inspired by the artist Matisse. I read the students the biography of Matisse and we looked at a few of his most famous artworks. I then instructed the students on how to draw a self-portrait step by step as they followed along in their sketchbooks.
3rd Grade: In art this week, we began our newest project on recycling. Students will be creating a sculpture made from materials that could be recycled. This week, I read a book on recycling, and then showed the students different images of sculptures made from recyclable material and discussed ideas for our own sculptures. We then discussed the history of trash, and then did a group activity on Reusing, Recycling, and Reducing trash.
4th Grade: We began work on our clay project for the year this week. Students will be creating a pot made from coils and then design it based on Greek pottery designs. I began by showing a powerpoint on Greek pottery forms and on the designs the Greeks used on their pots. The students then sketched 2 to 3 different pots with various designs.
5th Grade: This week, the students began learning about perspective drawing. I presented a powerpoint on the terms associated with perspective, and then as a class we practiced drawing boxes using one-point perspective.
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