Tsunami Waves

As part of their unit on natural disasters, students in grades 5 and 6 created these mixed media tsunami waves. Students began by studying tsunamis, and the devastating affect they can have. We discussed the shape of the wave and how to create the effect of sea spray coming off the wave. Students drew an outline of a wave on a piece of paper, and then used small strips of plaster to create texture in their artworks. Once dry, students used brushes and sponges to paint their waves. A simple and effective artwork!

Clay Garden Owls

I love these owls because each one has its own characteristics and is quite unique. Earlier in the year I wanted to do a project that would permanently go on display in our lovely new front garden, and these owls were the perfect ceramic project for the grade 5 and 6 students. We looked at how to create the basic shape of the owl from a slab first. Students then added extra details such as eyes and wings, and their own patterns and designs. The owls were then painted and we have since added wire and beads for hanging. I hope to have these on display in the garden soon!

Optical Illusion Spirals

Students in grades 5 and 6 created these mesmerising and eye catching optical illusion spirals. The only materials they used were a piece of paper, a black marker and coloured pencils. Amazing! Students drew repetitive lines and pattens in a spiral shape and learned how to use colour pencils to create value in their work. The more detail and effort students put in, the more effective their spirals were. A time consuming but rewarding project!

Rainforest Toucans

Students in grades 3 and 4 broadened their drawing and painting skills and created these beautiful rainforest toucan paintings. Students learned how to draw a toucan, studying its shape and colours. Students could choose to draw their toucan in a portrait or landscape style, nestled on a branch in the trees. Students looked at different types of leaves and practised drawing these on their paper. Students then added colour and bold outlines. 

Sock Monkeys

Aren't these sock monkeys adorable? I think each one has its own little personality! The Preps created these mixed media monkeys as part of their learning about the process of collage. Students learned how to draw a simple monkey and painted their monkeys using acrylic paint. Once dry, students added decorations such as clothing, beads, joggle eyes and other embellishments. Colourful and gorgeous Preps!