Visual Arts News

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Grade Prep

Prep students created paper sculptures inspired by the work of Alexander Calder. They developed three-dimensional forms by skillfully folding and gluing paper. 

Students used pastel mediums to illustrate a Rainbow Serpent, drawing inspiration from an Aboriginal storybook by Cynthia Farr. Throughout this project, they practiced pastel blending techniques and enhanced their artworks by applying intricate patterns to each section.

Grade One 

Grade One students explored the use of air-dry clay by creating pinch pot fish. They utilized sculpting tools to add detailed patterns to the eyes, fins, and scales. Additionally, students completed a lion’s face using pastels, carefully considering size, shape, and color during the drawing and coloring process. This pastel work was combined with their previous week’s artwork featuring a color wheel lion mane.

Grade Two 

Grade Two students completed their color wheel eyes by adding pupils and eyelashes through paper collage techniques. They also explored working with air-dry clay to create pinch pot owls, learning various clay methods such as scoring to add detail and texture by scratching the surface.

Grade Three 

Grade Three students created organic shapes resembling opals on painted paper and enhanced their compositions with black paint backgrounds. They added intricate details using pastels to complete their artwork.

As well as the opals, students have been developing their skills in working with air-dry clay by crafting fairy magic doors. They practiced essential techniques such as slip, scoring, and blending to effectively join and shape the clay according to their individual designs.

Grade Four 

Grade Four students have been focusing on applying tints and shades with watercolor to enhance their three-dimensional gemstone artworks. They are exploring the use of darker tones to create shading and lighter tones to depict highlights.

In addition, Grade Four students have been developing their skills with air-dry clay by sculpting various food items. They have practiced techniques such as slip, scoring, and blending to securely attach smaller clay elements to their base forms.

Grade Five 

Grade Five students have developed skills in watercolor techniques by creating Northern Lights and galaxy-themed scenes, incorporating both background and foreground elements. They explored blending methods using watercolor paints and watercolor pencils to enhance detail and depth.

Furthermore, Grade Five students have been creating three-dimensional sculptures using Magiclay, inspired by the work of Yayoi Kusama. Focusing on central motifs characteristic of Kusama’s art, they produced sculptures of flowers, pumpkins, and mushrooms to reflect her distinctive style.

Grade Six 

Grade Six students have embarked on a 3–4 week project to create three-dimensional vase sculptures. They have investigated a variety of vase sizes, shapes, and designs, both large and small. With a clear design concept, students have applied problem-solving skills to determine which materials effectively support a Modroc outer layer, in following weeks.