Visual Art 

I must admit the main focus in the Art Room has been preparing for the Art Festival which I have addressed on another page of this newsletter. Going on in the wings behind this, our students have been working hard on presenting their work and, now, starting new topics. 

Our Prep students have been learning about the art element of Shape – specifically the difference between geometric and organic shapes - and how artists use shapes for specific purposes in their work. 

Our Grade 1s have been using tissue paper to collage a beautiful patterned snake. They have been challenged by the fine weight of the tissue paper, but are working resiliently to create some beautiful artworks. 

Grade 2s have begun learning about the art of Barbara Reid, a Canadian artist who uses modelling clay to illustrate picture storybooks. They will be making their own artwork using plasticine. 

Grade 3s are busy making stencils to create some gelli prints. They have been inspired by the images of indigenous rock art, learning about the different styles and imagery of these ancient images. 

Digital Art is the focus for the Grade 4s. They have begun exploring the Brushes Redux app to learn how to extend their digital art skills to a more expressive, realistic style. 

Grade 5s have learnt about the art of local talent Grotti Lotti. Her expressive representation of flora and fauna has been the staring point for an exploration of media that can represent the textures and colours of our environment. 

The final artwork for Grade 6 students is the decoration of a skate deck. This piece is inspired by the students – their journey so far and the journey that lies ahead. It is a totally personal piece that expresses something of themselves.