Visual Arts

From the Visual Arts room.

Students listened to stories and poems about ANZAC Day.

All students created an artwork based on the importance of  ANZAC  Day.

ANZAC Day artwork is currently on display in the main corridor near the office, Artroom and Grade 5 and 6 classrooms.

Foundation 

Students listened to the story 'ANZAC Ted'. It is about a man who went to war and packed his teddy bear to keep him company. Students concentrated on developing their scissor skills and practised cutting on a line. Students used paint sticks to add texture to the paper. Split pins were then added so the teddy bear can move. A bandaid was added to the head as ANZAC Ted was injured during his time at war. These are on display near the main office.

Grades 1 and 2

Students listened to the story 'ANZAC Biscuits' and made connections with the illustrations. Students discussed the importance of the red poppy and then made their own poppy. Using a circle of white paper, students used red paint to paint their hand. Then they printed their hands around the circle to make the petals. A black circle was added for the centre of the poppy. The poppies are on display near the Grade 5 and 6 classrooms in the main corridor. 

Grades 3 and 4 

Students discussed the importance of ANZAC Day and made their own connections . Many students mentioned the red poppy. A field of poppies were created by the students. A background of the sky and ground was made using paint sticks and applying water to create a watercolour effect. Red tissue paper was glued onto the paper using PVA glue and while the paper was wet, students could manipulate the paper to create the poppy flower. A black centre was added and then students could decide whether stems and leaves were included.

These are on display in the main corridor near the library.

Grades 5 and 6

Students listened to the poem 'In Flanders Fields'. Students discussed the importance of poppies. Students created a multi media trifold artwork using collage, paint sticks, textas and pencils.

These are on display in the main corridor near the library.

Take a moment to ...

spend time outside or go for a walk and look at the magnificent Autumn colours in the environment.

Maryanne Cozzio

Visual Arts Teacher