TES has begun new units with the start of a new quarter. Each unit revolves around a new "big idea," which is a universal concept that people have used throughout time and across the world.
Kindergarten classes are are learning about the elements of art. shape, color, texture, value, form, and space are the topics we will cover in this exploration of the art elements.
This project was the first in the series, where artists learned all about lines. We discussed how a line is made when a dot takes a walk. If we didn't move the dot, we wouldn't be able to create lines. This dot can move all different ways, to make zig zags, waves, dashed, or curved lines. Artists were able to choose their style of line, and painted them in color wheel order. We also worked on proper care for paint brushes, remembering to always "take care of the hair."
Kindergarten classes are are learning about the elements of art. shape, color, texture, value, form, and space are the topics we will cover in this exploration of the art elements.
This project was the first in the series, where artists learned all about lines. We discussed how a line is made when a dot takes a walk. If we didn't move the dot, we wouldn't be able to create lines. This dot can move all different ways, to make zig zags, waves, dashed, or curved lines. Artists were able to choose their style of line, and painted them in color wheel order. We also worked on proper care for paint brushes, remembering to always "take care of the hair."
First graders are learning about hobbies. Many forms of art begin as a hobby and can be continued for a lifetime. They began this unit learning about Wassily Kandinsky and abstract art. Abstract art is kind of the opposite of realistic art-- it is a combination of lines, colors, and shapes put together in a design. Kandinsky was famous for creating abstract paintings of musical sounds. Making and listening to music is opt the first hobby we discussed, and our projects were created in Kandinsky's style.
Second grade artists are beginning a unit on collections. Why do people collect things, and why are those things important? When making art, it is always important to create works that are important to the artist. Making art about collections is a fun way to make that important kind of art. To begin, artists have started making these wire sculpture action figures inspired by Alberto Giacometti. This was a big hit for second graders, and one of their favorites so far this year.
In third grade, artists are discussing diversity. In order to discuss diversity, we have to recall what culture is and what we learned about it in second grade. People live differently in different parts of our town, state, country, and world, and the way they make art is also different. To begin, they looked at different styles of basket making around the world and created their own woven baskets using plastic cups. This is another fun-filled project they all enjoy and all complete successfully.
Lastly, our fourth grade artists are creating art inspired by rituals. We discuss how art is used in may ceremonial rituals all over the world, and how art is created with high honor and value from these artists. The Mandala project is first in this unit, and fourth graders created beautiful radial symmetry with metallic colored pencils. It's absolutely amazing to see the many designs that develop in this project!
Thanks for stopping in, and if you'd like to see more of the projects please visit our Artsonia website.
Thanks for stopping in, and if you'd like to see more of the projects please visit our Artsonia website.