We (the kids and I both!) are so excited for winter break! Today was the last day for both Quarter 2 8th grade classes as well as Term "C" 6th and 7th grade art classes.
6th Grade Art
In 6th grade art, we've spent the last week working on drawing techniques. We learned how to shade using a variety of techniques: controlling pencil pressure, layering complementary colors, layering black pencil, and using hatching, crosshatching, stippling, and doodle line techniques. Whoa that's a lot! This week, students also turned in Sketchbook #3: a drawing of a wooden manikin in action. Check them out on Artsonia!
7th Grade Art
I kind of feel like I say this every term, but man, this term went fast and was crazy busy! We've been working furiously to finish up our black and white value self-portrait paintings (this photo was taken on Thursday afternoon, but they should be done by now!). I have a fun plan to display these paintings with thick black construction paper mats that will really make the images pop! So look forward to seeing a whole group of 7th graders' faces staring out at you from the hallways real soon!
8th Grade Art
We ended our 8th grade quarter with not enough time to make the usual paper sculpture project (a 3-dimensional star), so I improvised and created a super cool lesson on making your own pinwheels! This way, we still did some experimental watercolor painting and used paper to create a 3-dimensional form. The sticks for our pinwheels are made from pencils! The best part is that the pinwheels really work! Check them all out on our Artsonia gallery!
Eighth grade students also finished the quarter with one last drawing assignment: to design a program cover for the promotion ceremony at the end of the school year! The best one is voted on by the 8th grade teachers and actually used at the event! Woo hoo!
And of course, we ended the quarter with HOT CHOCOLATE in our handmade glazed clay mugs! They're being brought home today, so be on the lookout!
Thanks for another great week - and have a great holiday!
-Mrs. L.
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