This week we have been finalizing the realistic object renderings.
Students are also involved in the matting and presentation of their artwork for display purposes.
The 8th grade classes have also explored the basics of clay sculpture this week through the use of art appreciation videos and samples of clay works of art and pottery. We have reviewed the basic techniques of throwing on the pottery wheel and techniques for handbuilt clay sculpture.
We have also discussed the many ceramics and art class offerings at the Downers Grove South High School in preparation for High School registration and orientation.
In the are the area of community news, the Darien Women's Club is still accepting art entries for the annual Youth Art Fair Contest if the entry form is dropped off at the Indian Prairie Library by this Sat.January17,2009.
ENTRY FORMS AND CONTEST GUIDELINES ARE POSTED IN THE ART WING HALLWAYS AND ARE IN THE ART ROOM.
This event will be held Jan.23,24,and 25th at the Eisenhower Jr.High School.
Students are also asked to show community support for local military personnel through donations of needed items in collection baskets on drop off days at the Eisenhower Jr.High Art Exhibit sponsored by the Darien Women's Club.
This is part of the Darien Women's Club We Care Program.
