Visual Art News
Epping Views Primary School
Prep to Four: Term Four Visual Arts Newsletter
Welcome back to Term 4! We trust you had a rejuvenating and wonderful break. As we embark on the new term, we are eagerly anticipating the exciting journey ahead in Visual Arts!
Stay connected with all our latest updates through various channels such as Compass, Facebook, our weekly newsletter, the school website, and Seesaw. Should you have any queries or require assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. Your involvement and support are invaluable as we nurture our students' creativity and artistic skills in Visual Arts.
What are we learning in Term Four?
PREP VISUAL ARTS:
In Visual Arts this term, our Prep students will delve into various areas of creative expression. They will explore basic lines, patterns, and shapes, using primary colours to bring their artworks to life. Additionally, they will engage in experimenting with construction materials and printing techniques to add depth and texture to their creations. Through these activities, they will develop their ability to identify and describe ideas in both viewed and created artworks. Our aim is to foster a love for art and encourage curiosity and exploration in our young artists.
YEAR 1 VISUAL ARTS:
Year One students will explore a range of Visual Arts materials and techniques, including drawing, painting, clay and textiles. They will develop skills in using lines, shapes, patterns and colour while experimenting with different tools and materials. Through clay construction, threading and weaving activities, students will strengthen their fine motor skills and creativity while expressing their own ideas. They will also share and discuss their artworks, building confidence and appreciation for the ideas of others.
YEAR 2 VISUAL ARTS:
This term, Year Two students will explore a range of Visual Arts elements, including line, space, colour and texture. They will experiment with primary and secondary colours and develop their skills through a variety of creative processes and techniques. Students will follow guided steps to create detailed artworks while building confidence in using different materials and tools. They will also share and discuss their artworks, developing their ability to reflect, give feedback and appreciate the creative ideas of others.
YEAR 4 VISUAL ARTS:
In Visual Arts, Year Four students will cultivate their ability to interpret artworks creatively, effectively utilizing a range of mediums and materials. They will learn to select and apply techniques and processes while engaging in discussions and evaluations of visual artworks. This term will encourage students to express themselves artistically while appreciating the diverse forms of artistic expression. We aim to instil in them a sense of appreciation for art and its role in society, encouraging them to become discerning consumers and creators of visual culture.
Thank you for your continued support and partnership in fostering our students' artistic growth and development in Visual Arts. We look forward to a term filled with creativity, exploration, and artistic discovery!
🎨🌟 Epping Views Primary School Is Going to the Whittlesea Show! 🌟🎨
Celebrating creativity, imagination and the amazing talent of our students!
We have some exciting news to share with our school community! 🎉
Our talented artists from Prep to Year 6 at Epping Views Primary School will have their wonderful artwork exhibited at the 2026 Whittlesea Show! 🖌️🎨
Our students have been busy exploring their creativity, experimenting with different materials and techniques, and bringing their fantastic ideas to life. From colourful paintings and imaginative drawings to unique and creative artworks, our students have put their hearts into their artistic creations.
Now, they have the exciting opportunity to share their work with the wider community!
📍 Where: Whittlesea Showgrounds, Whittlesea–Yea Road, Whittlesea, Victoria
📅 When: Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 November 2026
⏰ Time: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm each day
🎨 Who: Our incredible Prep to Year 6 student artists!
🌈 Come Along and Celebrate!
We warmly encourage our families to visit the Whittlesea Show, explore the student art and craft exhibition, and celebrate the creativity and hard work of our young artists.
This is a fantastic opportunity for our students to feel proud of their achievements and for our community to see the wonderful artistic talent growing at Epping Views Primary School.
A huge congratulations to all our budding artists! We are incredibly proud of your imagination, effort and creativity. 💛
Bring the family, enjoy the show and help us celebrate the amazing artwork of Epping Views Primary School! 🎉🖼️
Kind regards
Adele and Shelley
Please check the Whittlesea Show website for event information and exhibition details: https://www.whittleseashow.org.au/
Warm regards,
Adele,
Visual Arts Teacher
Happy Creating,
Adele (Visual Arts Teacher)