Thursday, March 30, 2017

Art Nouveau Etchings

7th & 8th Grade, 2nd Semester
Completed Mar. 28th, 2017

Students created a nature inspired design on a metallic etching board, similar to the Art Nouveau style.
 














 

Friday, March 17, 2017

Impressionist Paintings!

6th Grade, 5th Rotation
Completed Mar. 14th, 2017

Students chose a memory to draw and added texture and color with a unique watercolor marker and wax resist technique in order to make it look more impressionist than realistic.
 









 

Franz Marc Inspired Expressionist Paintings

7th & 8th Grade, 2nd Semester
Completed Mar. 14th, 2017

Students created their own abstract painting inspired by German artist, Franz Marc. Students used color to express mood and emotion rather than reality. Students also used patterns to enhance their designs.
 














 

Monday, March 13, 2017

Rainbow Suns!

6th Grade, 5th Rotation
Competed Mar. 9th, 2017

Students created their own sun design inspired by the art of the Aztec and Huichol tribes of Mexico. Students then used markers and rainbow order to create a striking pattern and visual effect.