This week most 6th grade artists completed their Illinois inspired watercolor landscape paintings. Students worked very hard and enjoyed experimenting with a variety of experimental and traditional watercolor painting techniques used by professionals in the field.
In addition, the 6th graders tried to incorporate the concept of linear perspective in their imaginative and colorful Chicago seascapes,cityscapes and Illinois scenes. Many landscapes incoporated state symbols such as the monarch butterfly,cardinal bird,or violet flowers for a more authentic realistic look to their work.
In the area of color theory students are learning how to paint a comprehensive color wheel with the introduction of primary,secondary,and intermediate colors. We have also discussed the use of complementary and analogous colors in advertising,interior design,and painting.
For our art history and art appreciation unit this week we have explored the life and work of the
painter known as Vincent Van Gogh. This 19th century artist was known for his very expressive use of color schemes and complementary color relationships in his work.
In the area of community news:
Several Lakeview artists had their winning artwork from the Downers Grove Jr.High Art Contest photographed by the Downers Grove Jr.Woman's Club for publication in the Chicago Tribune local edition dated Wed.May 12 posted 05/06/10.
The article is titled Junior Woman's Club presents local students with art awards.
These lovely photos can be viewed at:
http://www.triblocal.com/Downers_Grove/List_View/view.html?type=photos&action=detail&sub_id=174148
