This week 6th grade art began at the start of the 3rd trimester. Students will be using the elements of art to begin an imaginary drawing of their choice as an intoductory exercise in realism.
This week we will review the elements of art and their use in famous paintings as part of our art appreciation unit. Students will discuss line,shape,color,form,value and texture in major works of art as they learn about some famous major artists in class.
During the later part of the week 6th grade will begin some practice in cartoon drawing and sketching of some basic geometric forms. Students will have several opportunities to explore cartooning in class throughout the semester which is great practice for drawing skills.
Currently in the lobby showcase there are samples of 8th grade Grad cover designs for the
Class of 2008 graduation program competition. The 8th grade art students explored the world of graphic design and advertising for this project and each student had a theme in mind and some students used creative phrases or lines of copy to enhance their concept.
