1st Grade Kandinsky Paintings

First graders learned about painter Wassily Kandinsky and made their own versions of his famous painting, "Squares With Concentric Circles."  We also talked about synesthesia (Kandinsky was a synesthete), thought about what sounds might have produced these colors, and how other senses might mix.  This lesson was a great opportunity to practice the basic color theory that they have been learning all fall, as well as correct watercolor use, careful brushwork, and color mixing.  They had a great time.  It was a fun lesson, with beautiful results!

6th Grade Distorted Self-Portraits

Sixth graders are working on self portraits in reflective materials that are not flat, and therefore distort their image.  This is a great exercise in careful observation, as there are many unexpected curves that arise.  This is also a great opportunity to continue the color mixing and fine brushwork that they practiced in the last project, tint color wheels.  Look out for these in the hallways soon!

8th Grade visit to Bob Burch's glass-blowing studio

Eighth graders took a field trip to master glassblower Bob Burch's studio, Brandywine Glassworks, in Putney.  They got an up-close view of this subtle art, asked fantastic questions, and got wonderful answers and demonstrations from Bob.  We are so grateful to him for opening his studio to us, and for his great words of wisdom!  Please note that he gives short introductory lessons making a paperweight for the very reasonable price of $35 - what a great gift idea for our young artists!  

5th Grade Snowflakes

Some folks finished early and had some time at the end of class, so a few 5th graders made some very intricate snowflakes for decorations at the Winter Concert.  Check out those details!