P-6 Art

with Brodie Ralli and Cynthia Jose

The most beautiful world is always entered through the imagination’. – Helen Keller

It has been a busy and creative term in the art room! Students have been exploring new materials, experimenting with different techniques, and learning about a variety of artists and art styles. From painting and drawing to embossing and design, the room has been full of colour, ideas and imagination. It has been wonderful to see students developing their skills, expressing their individuality, and sharing their artworks with pride.

Grade 2 – Rock Art Storytelling

This term, Grade 2 students learned about the ancient Aboriginal rock art of Gariwerd and the important stories told through images and symbols. They explored traditional techniques, experimenting with charcoal to create markings and using earthy ochre colours to paint their own rock art backgrounds. On these backgrounds, students developed their own stories by drawing symbols and images that held meaning to them. Inspired by students in Adelaide who created audio guides for an art gallery, our Grade 2 artists also recorded audio guides to share the story behind their rock art on Seesaw.

Ava from 2A created an artwork that shows people camping and enjoying a bonfire by the river.

Phelix from 2B created an artwork showing a fire burning through the environment, while fish continue to swim happily in the river.

Eva from 2C created a piece inspired by rock art and recorded a fact

explaining that this is one of the oldest forms of art found in Australia.

Arsh from 2D created a piece of art showing three people going fishing and then putting wood on a campfire.

Grade 3 Artists in Action: Inspired by Yayoi Kusama

This term, Grade 3 students have been inspired by the work of contemporary artist Yayoi Kusama. They have explored how colour, repetition, and pattern can be used to create striking effects in art. After carefully designing their ideas, students worked with dedication to build up their pieces in many layers. They used Posca markers to add the finishing touches and bold patterns.

Did you know? Yayoi Kusama's exhibition at the National Gallery of Victoria became the most visited art exhibition in Australian history, attracting over 570,000 visitors.

Please enjoy a glimpse of some of their beautiful artworks showcased here.

Grade 5 Art Space – Hojalata and Lotería Creations

This term, Grade 5 students explored the traditional Mexican art of hojalata, a form of embossed tin art often decorated with bright colours and intricate designs. Inspired by Lotería cards, students designed their own central images, drawing symbols and objects that are meaningful to them.

Once their designs were finalised, they carefully transferred them onto their hojalata-inspired frames, embossing and adding colour to create vibrant, layered artworks.

The students showed great creativity and attention to detail, resulting in a stunning display of personal and culturally inspired art.