Miss Smeltzer's Art Room

Monday, February 13-17, 2012

2012-02-10T13:45:00.000-08:00

February 14th--Happy Valentine's Day!!!

February 16th Darien Women's Club Creative Youth Art Fair Registration due to Indian Prairie Library

February 20th No School-President's Day

February 26th Creative Youth Art Fair--see below for details!!

Mystery Artist for February:

1. He was born in France on January 19, 1839 to a wealthy banker and his wife. His father strongly encouraged him to become a lawyer even though his dream was to be an artist.

2. In 1862, he left his small town and moved to Paris where he met fellow art students, Claude Monet and Camille Pissaro. They too were eager to try new styles of painting and encouraged this artist to do the same.

3. Although he studied with some of the most famous Impressionist artists, this artist worked hard to show nature in a more solid, permanent way than his Impressionist friends.

4. In his paintings, the background and space around the objects were just as important as his emphasis. Many thought his paintings were flat, but felt it was important to paint his objects to fit on the canvas even if he had to alter their perspective, (point of view).

1st Grade: Claude Monet BridgesStudents will learn about the Impressionist artist, Claude Monet. We will discuss his paintings of Japanese footbridges and create our bridge paintings!

2nd Grade: Kandinsky Colors Students are learning about the artist, Wassily Kandinsky. Students are creating their own pure abstract painting using geometric and organic shapes. We will focus on the color wheel and learn to mix secondary colors!!

3rd Grade: Matisse Goldfish We are finishing our Japanese landscapes! Next up, Henri Matisse Goldfish. We will be drawing, painting and learning about warm and cool colors!

4th Grade: Aboriginal Art Students are learning about the Aboriginal culture and style of Art. Students are learning how to create X-ray and story Art based off images done by Aboriginies of the past and present.

5th Grade: Fantasy Portraits-We will begin sketching the our own self-portraits using the proportion scale of Leonardo da Vinci. We will learn about the various styles of protraits and begin adding a bit surrealism.

2012-02-03T09:01:00.000-08:00

February 9th Darien Women's Club Creative Youth Art Fair Registration form due if using U.S. Postal Service.

February 10th PTO District Fundraiser

February 14th--Happy Valentine's Day

February 16th Darien Women's Club Creative Youth Art Fair Registration due to Indian Prairie Library

February 20th No School-President's Day

February 26th Creative Youth Art Fair--see below for details!!

Mystery Artist for February:

1. He was born in France on January 19, 1839 to a wealthy banker and his wife. His father strongly encouraged him to become a lawyer even though his dream was to be an artist.

3. Although he studied with some of the most famous Impressionist artists, this artist worked hard to show nature in a more solid, permanent way than his Impressionist friends.

1st Grade: Claude Monet BridgesStudents will learn about the Impressionist artist, Claude Monet. We will discuss his paintings of Japanese footbridges and create our bridge paintings!

3rd Grade: Matisse Goldfish We are finishing our Japanese landscapes! Next up, Henri Matisse Goldfish. We will be drawing, painting and learning about warm and cool colors!

Monday, January30- February 3, 2012

2012-01-27T13:49:00.000-08:00

February 9th Darien Women's Club Creative Youth Art Fair Registration form due if using U.S. Postal Service
February 16th Darien Women's Club Creative Youth Art Fair Registration due to Indian Prairie Library

February 26th Creative Youth Art Fair--see below for details!!

Mystery Artist for February:
1. He was born in France on January 19, 1839 to a wealthy banker and his wife. His father strongly encouraged him to become a lawyer even though his dream was to be an artist.
2. In 1862, he left his small town and moved to Paris where he met fellow art students, Claude Monet and Camille Pissaro. They too were eager to try new styles of painting and encouraged this artist to do the same.
3. Although he studied with some of the most famous Impressionist artists, this artist worked hard to show nature in a more solid, permanent way than his Impressionist friends.
4. In his paintings, the background and space around the objects were just as important as his emphasis. Many thought his paintings were flat, but felt it was important to paint his objects to fit on the canvas even if he had to alter their perspective, (point of view).

1st Grade: Claude Monet Bridges
Students will learn about the Impressionist artist, Claude Monet. We will discuss his paintings of Japanese footbridges and create our bridge paintings!

2nd Grade: Legs of Degas
Students will be learning about the impressionist artist, Edgar Degas. We will begin sketching our legs too!

3rd Grade: Matisse Goldfish
We are finishing our Japanese landscapes! Next up, Henri Matisse Goldfish. We will be drawing, painting and learning about warm and cool colors!

4th Grade: MC Escher Hands
We are studying the works of M.C. Escher and his plays with illusions in Art. Students have sketched their hands and will learn to add shading techniques to create our next focus. Our next focus is Value!

5th Grade: Fantasy Portraits-
We will begin sketching the our own self-portraits using the proportion scale of Leonardo da Vinci. We will learn about the various styles of protraits and begin adding a bit surrealism.

The Darien Woman’s Club Charity Fund, Inc. Creative Youth Art Fair of 2012 Sponsored by the Darien Woman’s Club Charity Fund, Inc., the Creative Youth Art Fair exhibits paintings, drawings, poetry and sculptures created by the youth of the Darien area. The exhibition will be at Eisenhower Junior High School, 1410 75th Street in Darien on Sunday, February 26, 2012 from 2:00 to 3:30 PM. Prizes and awards will be presented at 3:15p.m. To enter Read the Rules and Regulations below and complete the Registration Form and return it as instructed below by February 16. Additional forms are available at the Indian Prairie Library lobby information display and at http://www.darienwomansclub.org/.

Rules and Regulations
1. Darien area youth age 4 years old through twelfth grade are eligible to enter. Return Registration Form to Marie Anderson, 8820 Royal Swan Lane, Darien, IL 60561 (630-985-2113) postmarked by February 9, or deposit it at the circulation desk of the Indian Prairie Library by February 16. EACH PIECE OF ARTWORK MUST BE PRE-REGISTERED, NO LATE ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED. DWC takes no responsibility for lost or damaged artwork. Entries will be limited to 650 on a first-come-first-served basis.
2. Poetry is added this year for Grades 3-5, ONLY. Entries will be limited to the first 100 applicants. All other media choices are open to all divisions.
3. Pre-registered artwork/poetry will be accepted only on Friday February 24 between 4:30 and 6:30 p.m. Artwork should be brought to the Eisenhower Junior High School Commons Room. No exhibits may be removed before the end of the show. All exhibits must be claimed on Sunday, February 26 at 3:30 PM.
4. Each contestant may enter a total of two pieces of artwork and/or poetry.
5. All artwork/poetry must be the original work of the artist. No tracing, paint by numbers, or kits will be accepted.
6. Paintings and drawings must be no larger than 24" by 36" including mount, matte or frame without glass. Art/Poetry entries MUST be mounted on construction paper, matted or framed (without glass). Artwork in frames with glass will NOT be accepted. Sculptures must be no larger than 18"x18"x20". No mobiles will be accepted.
7. Each piece of artwork/poetry must have the entry label affixed to the front (see entry label below). The back of the artwork/poetry must also be labeled with the exhibitor’s name and phone number.
8. An independent panel of judges will evaluate each piece. For artwork, a point system will be used to evaluate originality, design, use of color and shading, line and texture, and workmanship. For poetry, a point system will be used to evaluate creativity, ability to captivate the reader, word usage, language conventions, form and flow. A special award will be presented to the overall winner in each division as well as in the Photography/Computer Generated media and Poetry categories. Division winners will be informed on Saturday, February 25. Artwork/Poetry Division winners and selected entrants will be displayed at the Indian Prairie Library during the months of February and March.

Divisions Media Choice
Division I - 4 yrs to Kindergarten A-Crayon, Marker,ColoredPencils,Chalk,Oil
Pastels, and/orMixed Media
Division II - 1st to 2nd Grades
Division III - 3rd to 4th Grades B – Paint (Water/Tempura/Acrylic/Oil)
C – Black/White/Gray Art
Division IV - 5th to 6th Grades D – Poetry (Grades 3-5 ONLY)
Division V - 7th to 8th Grades E – Sculpture (Freestanding: 18x18x20
in. max)
Division VI - High School F – Photography/Computer
Generated

Registration Form 2012
Number of Entries (max 2)__________________
Student Name_______________________
Address____________________________________________________________________Phone _______________________
School Grade: ___________________
Entry 1 Entry 2 (if applicable)
Division: _______ Division: ______
Media: _______ Media: ______

Please PRINT NEATLY & return this portion as instructed above.

____ Yes!
I would like more information about DWC!
Name __________________________

-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ENTRY LABEL (AFFIX TO FRONT OF ARTWORK)
Division: _________
Media Choice: ________
Student Name__________________
School Grade: ________
Title of Artwork ___________________
(Label back of artwork with name and telephone number.)

ENTRY LABEL (AFFIX TO FRONT OF ARTWORK)
Division: ___________
Media Choice: _____________
Student Name_____________________________
School Grade: ________
Title of Artwork__________________________
(Label back of artwork with name and telephone number.)

Monday, January 23-27, 2012

2012-01-20T12:58:00.000-08:00

Tuesday, January 24th will be a make-up day for any 3rd grade Art Adventure students that would like to come in during lunch/recess to complete their project.)

January 25th No Art Adventures-Early Dismissal Day

February 9th Darien Women's Club Creative Youth Art Fair Registration form due if using U.S. Postal Service

February 16th Darien Women's Club Creative Youth Art Fair Registration due to Indian Prairie Library

February 26th Creative Youth Art Fair--see below for details!!

Mystery Artist for December/January:
1. He was born in Cody, Wyoming in 1912. He was the youngest of five brothers.
2. He is best known for the huge paintings he made by splattering, throwing, and dripping paint onto his canvases. He also used old, hardened brushes, sticks, and anything else he could find to paint with.
. His style of art is often called Abstract Expressionsim. It was considered this, because he moved around a lot and used so much energy while he painted. However, he preferred to call his style, Action Painting.
4. Although some have trouble understanding his paintings as art. He knew exactly what he was doing. As you look at his work, you can get a feeling of being surrounded by light and color, movement and energy, that is very exciting!!!

1st Grade: Claude Monet Bridges
Students will learn about the Impressionist artist, Claude Monet. We will discuss his paintings of Japanese footbridges and create our bridge paintings!

2nd Grade: Legs of Degas
Students will be learning about the impressionist artist, Edgar Degas. We will begin sketching our legs too!

3rd Grade: Matisse Goldfish
We are finishing our Japanese landscapes! Next up, Henri Matisse Goldfish. We will be drawing, painting and learning about warm and cool colors!

4th Grade: MC Escher Hands
We are studying the works of M.C. Escher and his plays with illusions in Art. Students have sketched their hands and will learn to add shading techniques to create our next focus. Our next focus is Value!

5th Grade: 'Moves like Haring'
Students have learned about the artist, Keith Haring and are now creating their own Haring paintings. Students are creating their own visual message.

The Darien Woman’s Club Charity Fund, Inc. Creative Youth Art Fair of 2012 Sponsored by the Darien Woman’s Club Charity Fund, Inc., the Creative Youth Art Fair exhibits paintings, drawings, poetry and sculptures created by the youth of the Darien area. The exhibition will be at Eisenhower Junior High School, 1410 75th Street in Darien on Sunday, February 26, 2012 from 2:00 to 3:30 PM. Prizes and awards will be presented at 3:15p.m. To enter Read the Rules and Regulations below and complete the Registration Form and return it as instructed below by February 16. Additional forms are available at the Indian Prairie Library lobby information display and at http://www.darienwomansclub.org/.

Rules and Regulations
1. Darien area youth age 4 years old through twelfth grade are eligible to enter. Return Registration Form to Marie Anderson, 8820 Royal Swan Lane, Darien, IL 60561 (630-985-2113) postmarked by February 9, or deposit it at the circulation desk of the Indian Prairie Library by February 16. EACH PIECE OF ARTWORK MUST BE PRE-REGISTERED, NO LATE ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED. DWC takes no responsibility for lost or damaged artwork. Entries will be limited to 650 on a first-come-first-served basis.
2. Poetry is added this year for Grades 3-5, ONLY. Entries will be limited to the first 100 applicants. All other media choices are open to all divisions.
3. Pre-registered artwork/poetry will be accepted only on Friday February 24 between 4:30 and 6:30 p.m. Artwork should be brought to the Eisenhower Junior High School Commons Room. No exhibits may be removed before the end of the show. All exhibits must be claimed on Sunday, February 26 at 3:30 PM.
4. Each contestant may enter a total of two pieces of artwork and/or poetry.
5. All artwork/poetry must be the original work of the artist. No tracing, paint by numbers, or kits will be accepted.
6. Paintings and drawings must be no larger than 24" by 36" including mount, matte or frame without glass. Art/Poetry entries MUST be mounted on construction paper, matted or framed (without glass). Artwork in frames with glass will NOT be accepted. Sculptures must be no larger than 18"x18"x20". No mobiles will be accepted.
7. Each piece of artwork/poetry must have the entry label affixed to the front (see entry label below). The back of the artwork/poetry must also be labeled with the exhibitor’s name and phone number.
8. An independent panel of judges will evaluate each piece. For artwork, a point system will be used to evaluate originality, design, use of color and shading, line and texture, and workmanship. For poetry, a point system will be used to evaluate creativity, ability to captivate the reader, word usage, language conventions, form and flow. A special award will be presented to the overall winner in each division as well as in the Photography/Computer Generated media and Poetry categories. Division winners will be informed on Saturday, February 25. Artwork/Poetry Division winners and selected entrants will be displayed at the Indian Prairie Library during the months of February and March.

Divisions Media Choice
Division I - 4 yrs to Kindergarten A-Crayon, Marker,Colored
Pencils,Chalk,Oil Pastels, and/or
Mixed Media
Division II - 1st to 2nd Grades
Division III - 3rd to 4th Grades B – Paint (Water/Tempura/Acrylic/Oil)
C – Black/White/Gray Art
Division IV - 5th to 6th Grades
D – Poetry (Grades 3-5 ONLY)
Division V - 7th to 8th Grades E – Sculpture (Freestanding: 18x18x20

in. max)
Division VI - High School F – Photography/Computer Generated

Registration Form 2012
Number of Entries (max 2)__________________
Student Name _______________________
Address____________________________________________________________________Phone _______________________
School Grade: ___________________
Entry 1 Entry 2 (if applicable)
Division: _______ Division: ______
Media: _______ Media: ______
Please PRINT NEATLY & return this portion as instructed above.
____ Yes! I would like more information about DWC!
Name __________________________
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
ENTRY LABEL (AFFIX TO FRONT OF ARTWORK)
Division: _________Media Choice: ________
Student Name__________________
School Grade: ________Title of Artwork ___________________
(Label back of artwork with name and telephone number.)

ENTRY LABEL (AFFIX TO FRONT OF ARTWORK)
Division: ___________Media Choice: _____________
Student Name_____________________________
School Grade: ________Title of Artwork__________________________
(Label back of artwork with name and telephone number.)

Monday, January 16-20, 2012

2012-01-15T21:27:00.001-08:00

January 16- M.L.K. Jr. Day- No school
January 18th 3rd Grade Art Adventures-CANCELED
(Wednesday is Monday schedule at Prairieview and Ide- Miss Smeltzer will be at Ide on Wednesday and will not be done teaching in time to have Art Adventures. Sorry for not realizing this conflict sooner. Tuesday, January 24th will be a make-up day for any 3rd grade Art Adventure students that would like to come in during lunch/recess to complete their project.)

January 25th No Art Adventures-Early Dismissal Day

February 9th Darien Women's Club Creative Youth Art Fair Registration form due if using U.S. Postal Service

February 16th Darien Women's Club Creative Youth Art Fair Registration due to Indian Prairie Library

February 26th Creative Youth Art Fair--see below for details!!

Mystery Artist for December/January:
1. He was born in Cody, Wyoming in 1912. He was the youngest of five brothers.
2. He is best known for the huge paintings he made by splattering, throwing, and dripping paint onto his canvases. He also used old, hardened brushes, sticks, and anything else he could find to paint with.
3. His style of art is often called Abstract Expressionsim. It was considered this, because he moved around a lot and used so much energy while he painted. However, he preferred to call his style, Action Painting.
4. Although some have trouble understanding his paintings as art. He knew exactly what he was doing. As you look at his work, you can get a feeling of being surrounded by light and color, movement and energy, that is very exciting!!!

1st Grade: Claude Monet Bridges
Students will learn about the Impressionist artist, Claude Monet. We will discuss his paintings of Japanese footbridges and create our bridge paintings!

2nd Grade: Legs of Degas
Students will be learning about the impressionist artist, Edgar Degas. We will begin sketching our legs too!

3rd Grade: Japanese Landscapes
We began learning about the Japanese culture and began prepping their paper for chalk and pastels! Next we will be exploring landscapes and Sumi-e Art. This activity will be followed up with Origami!!!

4th Grade: MC Escher Hands
We are studying the works of M.C. Escher and his plays with illusions in Art. Students have sketched their hands and will learn to add shading techniques to create our next focus. Our next focus is Value!

5th Grade: 'Moves like Haring'
Students have learned about the artist, Keith Haring and are now creating their own Haring paintings. Students are creating their own visual message.

The Darien Woman’s Club Charity Fund, Inc.
Creative Youth Art Fair of 2012
Sponsored by the Darien Woman’s Club Charity Fund, Inc., the Creative Youth Art Fair exhibits paintings, drawings, poetry and sculptures created by the youth of the Darien area. The exhibition will be at Eisenhower Junior High School, 1410 75th Street in Darien on Sunday, February 26, 2012 from 2:00 to 3:30 PM. Prizes and awards will be presented at 3:15p.m. To enter Read the Rules and Regulations below and complete the Registration Form and return it as instructed below by February 16. Additional forms are available at the Indian Prairie Library lobby information display and at www.darienwomansclub.org.
Rules and Regulations
1. Darien area youth age 4 years old through twelfth grade are eligible to enter. Return Registration Form to Marie Anderson, 8820 Royal Swan Lane, Darien, IL 60561 (630-985-2113) postmarked by February 9, or deposit it at the circulation desk of the Indian Prairie Library by February 16. EACH PIECE OF ARTWORK MUST BE PRE-REGISTERED, NO LATE ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED. DWC takes no responsibility for lost or damaged artwork. Entries will be limited to 650 on a first-come-first-served basis.
2. Poetry is added this year for Grades 3-5, ONLY. Entries will be limited to the first 100 applicants. All other media choices are open to all divisions.
3. Pre-registered artwork/poetry will be accepted only on Friday February 24 between 4:30 and 6:30 p.m. Artwork should be brought to the Eisenhower Junior High School Commons Room. No exhibits may be removed before the end of the show. All exhibits must be claimed on Sunday, February 26 at 3:30 PM.
4. Each contestant may enter a total of two pieces of artwork and/or poetry.
5. All artwork/poetry must be the original work of the artist. No tracing, paint by numbers, or kits will be accepted.
6. Paintings and drawings must be no larger than 24" by 36" including mount, matte or frame without glass. Art/Poetry entries MUST be mounted on construction paper, matted or framed (without glass). Artwork in frames with glass will NOT be accepted. Sculptures must be no larger than 18"x18"x20". No mobiles will be accepted.
7. Each piece of artwork/poetry must have the entry label affixed to the front (see entry label below). The back of the artwork/poetry must also be labeled with the exhibitor’s name and phone number.
8. An independent panel of judges will evaluate each piece. For artwork, a point system will be used to evaluate originality, design, use of color and shading, line and texture, and workmanship. For poetry, a point system will be used to evaluate creativity, ability to captivate the reader, word usage, language conventions, form and flow. A special award will be presented to the overall winner in each division as well as in the Photography/Computer Generated media and Poetry categories. Division winners will be informed on Saturday, February 25. Artwork/Poetry Division winners and selected entrants will be displayed at the Indian Prairie Library during the months of February and March.
Divisions
Media Choice
Division I - 4 yrs to Kindergarten
A-Crayon, Marker,Colored Pencils,Chalk,
Oil Pastels, and/or Mixed Media
Division II - 1st to 2nd Grades
Division III - 3rd to 4th Grades
B – Paint (Water/Tempura/Acrylic/Oil)
C – Black/White/Gray Art
Division IV - 5th to 6th Grades
D – Poetry (Grades 3-5 ONLY)
Division V - 7th to 8th Grades
E – Sculpture (Freestanding: 18x18x20 in. max)
Division VI - High School
F – Photography/Computer Generated

Registration Form 2012
Number of Entries (max 2)__________________
Student Name _______________________
Address _____________________________
_______________________________________
Phone _______________________
School Grade: ___________________
Entry 1 Entry 2 (if applicable)
Division: _______ Division: ______
Media: _______ Media: ______
Please PRINT NEATLY & return this portion as instructed above.

____ Yes! I would like more information about DWC!
Name __________________________

-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

ENTRY LABEL
(AFFIX TO FRONT OF ARTWORK)
Division: _________Media Choice: ________
Student Name__________________
School Grade: ________
Title of Artwork ___________________
(Label back of artwork with name and telephone number.)

ENTRY LABEL
(AFFIX TO FRONT OF ARTWORK)
Division: ___________Media Choice: _____________
Student Name_____________________________
School Grade: ________
Title of Artwork__________________________
(Label back of artwork with name and telephone number.)

Monday, January 9-13, 2012

2012-01-06T13:46:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year 2012!!!

January 11th 3rd Grade Art Adventures

January 18th 3rd Grade Art Adventures

January 25th No Art Adventures-Early Dismissal Day

2011-12-16T11:20:00.000-08:00

Winter Break!!!
Happy Holidays!!!
Happy New Year!!!

January 3rd Back to School

January 4th 3rd Grade Art Adventures

January 11th 3rd Grade Art Adventures

January 18th 3rd Grade Art Adventures

January 25th No Art Adventures-Early Dismissal Day

Monday, December 12-16, 2011

2011-12-09T12:51:00.000-08:00

December 14- Art Adventures for 4th & 5th Grade
December 17- Winter Break!!! Happy Holidays!!!

Mystery Artist for December:
1. He was born in Cody, Wyoming in 1912. He was the youngest of five brothers.
2. He is best known for the huge paintings he made by splattering, throwing, and dripping paint onto his canvases. He also used old, hardened brushes, sticks, and anything else he could find to paint with.
3. His style of art is often called Abstract Expressionsim. It was considered this, because he moved around a lot and used so much energy while he painted. However, he preferred to call his style, Action Painting.4. Although some have trouble understanding his paintings as art. He knew exactly what he was doing. As you look at his work, you can get a feeling of being surrounded by light and color, movement and energy, that is very exciting!!!

1st Grade: Nez Perce Woven Bags
We began discussing Native American Art and weaving. Students will learn about creating Art from natures and the weaving art form. We have been talking about weaving vocabulary including: warp, weft, and tabby! We will fininsh working on decorative patterns and Native American symbols. ALMOST DONE!!!

2nd Grade: Legs of Degas
Students will be learning about the impressionist artist, Edgar Degas. We will begin sketching our legs too!

3rd Grade: Japanese Landscapes
We began learning about the Japanese culture and began prepping their paper for chalk and pastels! Next we will be exploring landscapes and Sumi-e Art. This activity will be followed up with Origami!!!

4th Grade: MC Escher Hands
We are studying the works of M.C. Escher and his plays with illusions in Art. Students will begin sketching their hands in action! Our next focus is Value!

5th Grade: 'Moves like Haring
'Students that have completed their parodies will begin learning how to draw the human form in movement while studying the artist Keith Haring. This will prepare students for a drawing and painting project based on Keith Harings works.

Monday, December 5-9, 2011

2011-12-01T13:27:00.000-08:00

December 7- Art Adventures for 4th & 5th Grade

Mystery Artist for December:
1. He was born in Cody, Wyoming in 1912. He was the youngest of five brothers.
2. He is best known for the huge paintings he made by splattering, throwing, and dripping paint onto his canvases. He also used old, hardened brushes, sticks, and anything else he could find to paint with.
3. His style of art is often called Abstract Expressionsim. It was considered this, because he moved around a lot and used so much energy while he painted. However, he preferred to call his style, Action Painting.4. Although some have trouble understanding his paintings as art. He knew exactly what he was doing. As you look at his work, you can get a feeling of being surrounded by light and color, movement and energy, that is very exciting!!!

1st Grade: Nez Perce Woven Bags
We began discussing Native American Art and weaving. Students will learn about creating Art from natures and the weaving art form. We have been talking about weaving vocabulary including: warp, weft, and tabby! We will begin working on decorative patterns and Native American symbols.

2nd Grade: Legs of Degas
Students will be learning about the impressionist artist, Edgar Degas. We will begin sketching our legs too!

3rd Grade: Japanese Landscapes
We began learning about the Japanese culture and began prepping their paper for chalk and pastels! Next we will be exploring landscapes and Sumi-e Art.

4th Grade: MC Escher Hands
We are studying the works of M.C. Escher and his plays with illusions in Art. Students will begin sketching their hands in action!

5th Grade: 'Moves like Haring'
Students that have completed their parodies will begin learning how to draw the human form in movement while studying the artist Keith Haring. This will prepare students for a drawing and painting project based on Keith Harings works.

Monday, November 28-December 2, 2011

2011-11-22T13:43:00.000-08:00

Happy Thanksgiving!!!!

I am thankful for opportunity to work with people that keep me smiling!!

November 30- No Art Adventures- Parent-Teacher Conferences
December 7- Art Adventures for 4th & 5th Grade

Mystery Artist for November:
1. This artist was born in New York in 1882. He often used his wife, Jo Nivison ?, as a model in most of his paintings. Sometimes he changed the color of her hair or put her in different costumes.
2. He said this painting, " was suggested by a restaurant on Greenwich Ave., N.Y. where 2 streeets meet. It seems to be the way I think of a night street...I simplified the scene a great deal and made the restaurant bigger. Unknowingly, i was probably painting the loniliness of a larger city."
3. The poster of this famous painting is on display also hangs at the Art Institute of Chicago,Nighthawks, 1942

Mystery Artist for December:
1. He was born in Cody, Wyoming in 1912. He was the youngest of five brothers.
2. He is best known for the huge paintings he made by splattering, throwing, and dripping paint onto his canvases. He also used old, hardened brushes, sticks, and anything else he could find to paint with.
3. His style of art is often called Abstract Expressionsim. It was considered this, because he moved around a lot and used so much energy while he painted. However, he preferred to call his style, Action Painting.
4. Although some have trouble understanding his paintings as art. He knew exactly what he was doing. As you look at his work, you can get a feeling of being surrounded by light and color, movement and energy, that is very exciting!!!

1st Grade: Nez Perce Woven Bags
We began discussing Native American Art and weaving. Students will learn about creating Art from natures and the weaving art form. We have been talking about weaving vocabulary including: warp, weft, and tabby! We will begin working on decorative patterns and Native American symbols.

2nd Grade: Rock Art
Students will be solving the mystery, 'If Rock Can Talk'! We will create our own paper rocks and create images based on cave drawings. Students will work under their table in low lighting just like Prehistoric Rock Artists!

3rd Grade: Japanese Landscapes
We began learning about the Japanese culture and began prepping their paper for chalk and pastels! Next we will be exploring landscapes and Sumi-e Art.

4th Grade: MC Escher Hands
We are studying the works of M.C. Escher and his plays with illusions in Art. Students will begin sketching their hands in action!

5th Grade: 'Moves like Haring'
Students that have completed their parodies will begin learning how to draw the human form in movement while studying the artist Keith Haring. This will prepare students for a drawing and painting project based on Keith Harings works.

2011-11-21T13:40:00.000-08:00

November 22-Make-up Art Adventure for 3rd grade during lunch/recess
November 23- Thanksgiving Break
November 30- No Art Adventures- Parent-Teacher Conferences
December 7- Art Adventures for 4th & 5th Grade

Mystery Artist for November:
1. This artist was born in New York in 1882. He often used his wife, Jo Nivison ?, as a model in most of his paintings. Sometimes he changed the color of her hair or put her in different costumes.
2. He said this painting, " was suggested by a restaurant on Greenwich Ave., N.Y. where 2 streeets meet. It seems to be the way I think of a night street...I simplified the scene a great deal and made the restaurant bigger. Unknowingly, i was probably painting the loniliness of a larger city."
3. The poster of this famous painting is on display also hangs at the Art Institute of Chicago,Nighthawks, 1942

1st Grade: Nez Perce Woven Bags
We began discussing Native American Art and weaving. Students will learn about creating Art from natures and the weaving art form. Students will begin creating their own paper weavings as a representation of the Nez Perce Cornhusk woven bags. We have been talking about weaving vocabulary including: warp, weft, and tabby! We will begin working on decorative patterns and Native American symbols.
2nd Grade: Rock Art
Students will be solving the mystery, 'If Rock Can Talk'! We will create our own paper rocks and create images based on cave drawings. Students will work under their table in low lighting just like Prehistoric Rock Artists!
3rd Grade: Japanese Landscapes
We began learning about the Japanese culture and began prepping their paper for chalk and pastels! Next we will be exploring landscapes and Sumi-e Art.
4th Grade: MC Escher Hands
We are studying the works of M.C. Escher and his plays with illusions in Art. Students will begin sketching their hands in action!
5th Grade: 'Moves like Haring'
Students that have completed their parodies will begin learning how to draw the human form in movement while studying the artist Keith Haring. This will prepare students for a drawing and painting project based on Keith Harings works.

2011-11-10T12:43:00.000-08:00

*Paper Recycling: Did you know that you can help our district earn money by recycling paper here at school? You can bring in any paper (no cardboard please) to the green and yellow bin marked Paper Retriever located in Lakeview's parking lot to be recycled. The more paper we collect, the more money we can earn. The provider of the bin uses the paper to make newsprint, which is then sold to other companies. That is how we are paid to recycle paper.

Thank you for your help (and for helping the environment at the same time!)

Happy November!!!

November 11- No School- Thank a veteran today!

November 16-Art Adventures for 3rd Grade!

November 23- Thanksgiving Break

November 30- No Art Adventures- Parent-Teacher Conferences

Mystery Artist for November:
1. This artist was born in New York in 1882. He often used his wife, Jo Nivison ?, as a model in most of his paintings. Sometimes he changed the color of her hair or put her in different costumes.
2. He said this painting, " was suggested by a restaurant on Greenwich Ave., N.Y. where 2 streeets meet. It seems to be the way I think of a night street...I simplified the scene a great deal and made the restaurant bigger. Unknowingly, i was probably painting the loniliness of a larger city."
3. The poster of this famous painting is on display also hangs at the Art Institute of Chicago,
Nighthawks, 1942

1st Grade: Nez Perce Woven Bags
We began discussing Native American Art and weaving. Students will learn about creating Art from natures and the weaving art form. Students will begin creating their own paper weavings as a representation of the Nez Perce Cornhusk woven bags. We have been talking about weaving vocabulary including: warp, weft, and tabby! We will begin working on decorative patterns and Native American symbols.

2nd Grade: Rock Art
Students will be solving the mystery, 'If Rock Can Talk'! We will create our own paper rocks and create images based on cave drawings. Students will work under their table in low lighting just like Prehistoric Rock Artists!

3rd Grade: Japanese LandscapesWe began learning about the Japanese culture and began prepping their paper for chalk and pastels! Next we will be exploring landscapes and Sumi-e Art.
4th Grade: MC Escher Hands
We are studying the works of M.C. Escher and his plays with illusions in Art. Students will begin sketching their hands in action!

5th Grade: 'Moves like Haring'
Students that have completed their parodies will begin learning how to draw the human form in movement while studying the artist Keith Haring. This will prepare students for a drawing and painting project based on Keith Harings works.

Monday, November 7-11, 2011

2011-11-04T10:44:00.000-07:00

Happy November!!!
November 9- Art Adventures for 3rd Grade!

November 11- No School- Thank a veteran today! (Thank you!!)

November 16-Art Adventures for 3rd Grade!

November 23- Thanksgiving Break

November 30- No Art Adventures- Parent-Teacher Conferences

Mystery Artist for November:
1. This artist was born in New York in 1882. He often used his wife, Jo Nivison ?, as a model in most of his paintings. Sometimes he changed the color of her hair or put her in different costumes.
2. He said this painting, " was suggested by a restaurant on Greenwich Ave., N.Y. where 2 streeets meet. It seems to be the way I think of a night street...I simplified the scene a great deal and made the restaurant bigger. Unknowingly, i was probably painting the loniliness of a larger city."
3. The poster of this famous painting is on display also hangs at the Art Institute of Chicago,

Nighthawks, 1942

1st Grade: Nez Perce Woven Bags
We began discussing Native American Art and weaving. Students will learn about creating Art from natures and the weaving art form. Students will begin creating their own paper weavings as a representation of the Nez Perce Cornhusk woven bags. We have been talking about weaving vocabulary including: warp, weft, and tabby! We will begin working on decorative patterns and Native American symbols.

2nd Grade: Rock Art
Students will be solving the mystery, 'If Rock Can Talk'! We will create our own paper rocks and create images based on cave drawings. Students will work under their table in low lighting just like Prehistoric Rock Artists!

3rd Grade: Japanese Landscapes
We began learning about the Japanese culture and began prepping their paper for chalk and pastels! Next we will be exploring landscapes and Sumi-e Art.

4th Grade: MC Escher Hands
We are studying the works of M.C. Escher and his plays with illusions in Art. Students will begin sketching their hands in action!

5th Grade: 'Moves like Haring'
Students that have completed their parodies will begin learning how to draw the human form in movement while studying the artist Keith Haring. This will prepare students for a drawing and painting project based on Keith Harings works.

Monday, October 31-November 4, 2011

2011-10-28T08:07:00.000-07:00

Happy October!!!
October 31- Happy Halloween!!
Happy November!!!
November 2- Art Adventures for 3rd Grade begins!

Mystery Artist Clues for October:
1. Born in Albi, France in 1864, he grew up in one of the wealthiest families in Europe.
2. As a child he broke several bones. Doctors discovered that he had a rare disease that caused his bones to be fragile and break easily. He had to be very careful the rest of his life.
3. He is known best for his paintings and posters of theaters, dance halls, and circuses in Paris. His work showed people in simple, real moments in their lives without using models to pose.work displayed Moulin-Rouge 1891

Mystery Artist for November:
1. This artist was born in New York in 1882. He often used his wife, Jo Nivison ?, as a model in most of his paintings. Sometimes he changed the color of her hair or put her in different costumes.
2. He said this painting, " was suggested by a restaurant on Greenwich Ave., N.Y. where 2 streeets meet. It seems to be the way I think of a night street...I simplified the scene a great deal and made the restaurant bigger. Unknowingly, i was probably painting the loniliness of a larger city."
3. The poster of this famous painting is on display also hangs at the Art Institute of Chicago,

Nighthawks, 1942

1st Grade: Nez Perce Woven Bags
We began discussing Native American Art and weaving. Students will learn about creating Art from natures and the weaving art form. Students will begin creating their own paper weavings as a representation of the Nez Perce Cornhusk woven bags. We have been talking about weaving vocabulary including: warp, weft, and tabby!

2nd Grade: Sunday Afternoon in the Park and Rock Art
We are completing our exploration of landscapes while discussing the pointillist art by George Seurat. Next, students will be solving the mystery, 'If Rock Can Talk'!

3rd Grade: Kaleidoscopes & Japanese Landscapes
We havThe classes that are nearing finished this week will begin learning about the Japanese culture and begin prepping their paper for chalk and pastels!

4th Grade: MC Escher Hands
We are putting on our finishing touches of complementary colors to complete our own cubist portraits. Next up, studying the works of M.C. Escher and his plays with illusions in Art.

5th Grade: 'Moves like Haring'
Students that have completed their parodies will begin learning how to draw the human form in movement while studying the artist Keith Haring. This will prepare students for a drawing and painting project based on Keith Harings works.

Monday, October 24-28

2011-10-21T14:09:00.000-07:00

Happy October!!!
October 26-Art Adventures- 4th &5th Grade
October 28- Prairieview Halloween Parade and celebrations!
October 31- Happy Halloween!!
November 2- Art Adventures for 3rd Grade begins!

Mystery Artist Clues for October:
1. Born in Albi, France in 1864, he grew up in one of the wealthiest families in Europe.
2. As a child he broke several bones. Doctors discovered that he had a rare disease that caused his bones to be fragile and break easily. He had to be very careful the rest of his life.
3. He is known best for his paintings and posters of theaters, dance halls, and circuses in Paris. His work showed people in simple, real moments in their lives without using models to pose.
work displayed Moulin-Rouge 1891

1st Grade: Nez Perce Woven Bags
We began discussing Native American Art and weaving. Students will learn about creating Art from natures and the weaving art form. Students will begin creating their own paper weavings as a representation of the Nez Perce Cornhusk woven bags.

2nd Grade: Sunday Afternoon in the Park
We have begun exploring landscapes while discussing the pointillist art by George Seurat. You may hear your student sing, 'George Seurat paints with dot, dot, dots!' Students are allowed to interupt me whenever I say his name with this song--a way to help them remember our new artist and his work! This week we are finishing up our BIG dots and beginning our little dots too!

3rd Grade: Kaleidoscopes & Japanese Landscapes
We have began studying radial design and began creating a kaleidoscope design. We are discussing pattern, repetition, and colors. They are looking good! The classes that are nearing finished this week will begin learning about the Japanese culture and begin prepping their paper for chalk and pastels!

4th Grade: Picasso Portraits & MC Escher Hands
We are putting on our finishing touches of complementary colors to complete our own cubist portraits. Next up, studying the works of M.C. Escher and his plays with illusions in Art.

5th Grade: Grant Wood Parodies & 'Moves like Haring'
Students that have completed their parodies will begin learning how to draw the human form in movement while studying the artist Keith Haring. This will prepare students for a drawing and painting project based on Keith Harings works.

ART ADVENTURE PERMISSION SLIP 2011-12

2011-10-04T09:18:00.000-07:00

Art Adventures

for

3^rd , 4^th and 5^th Graders

Dear Prairieview Students and Parents,

Art Adventures is back!! Art Adventures will meet on Wednesdays from 2:30-3:45 pm in the Prairieview Art Room. Each month students will explore a new art technique and various art materials. The goal of Art Adventures is to give students interested in Art an extra opportunity to explore their artistic creativity beyond the classroom Art experience.

In the past, we did a monthly permission slip for each Art activity. However instead of having a monthly permission slip, this year there will be one permission slip for the 2011-2012 school year. Please note, that each month we will rotate between 4th-5th grade students & 3rd grade students, (see below). A maximum of 26 students will be permitted to participate in these activities each month since classroom space is limited. Please return your permission slip as soon as possible to guarantee a spot in class!

If your student is interested in participating in this after school activity, please fill out the permission slip below, enclose the $20 lab fee for the year, and return to Miss Smeltzer by Friday, October 7th.

Please note that Art Adventures is an after-school activity; therefore buses will not be available. If you need to car pool with someone, please name the person(s) at the bottom of the permission slip, (please no more than 2 others).

4^th & 5^th Grade Art Adventures- Wednesdays 2:30-3:45pm

October (Oct. 12 -1st Art Adventures)

December ( Dec. 21& 28-No Art Adventures-Winter Break)

February

April (April 25-No Art Adventures-Early Dimissal Day)

3^rd Grade Art Adventures-Wednesdays 2:30-3:45pm

November (Nov. 23-No Art Adventures- Thanksgiving Break)

(Nov. 30- No Art Adventures Parent/Teacher conferences) January(Jan. 25-No Art Adventures-Early Dismissal Day) March(March 7- No Art Adventures- Parent/Teacher conferences) May

Please cut and save the top portion of this permission slip for Art Adventures schedule.

Please label and return your permission slips to: Art Adventures with Miss Smeltzer

My son/daughter ______________________________________, has my permission to participate in the Art Adventures activity for 2011-2012 school year.

Home Phone number________________________________________

Email Address________________________________________________

My son/daughter's classroom teacher is _________________________________

Please check one:

________I will arrange to have a ride home for my child.

________My child will go to BACC after Art Club.

*** Please enclose your child's $20.00 lane fee with this permission slip. Checks should be made out to Center Cass School District.

Monday October 17-21, 2011

2011-10-03T10:05:00.000-07:00

Happy October!!!
October 17- National Boss's Day
October 19-Art Adventures- 4th &5th Grade
October 26-Art Adventures- 4th &5th Grade
October 31- Happy Halloween!!
November 2- Art Adventures for 3rd Grade begins!

Mystery Artist Clues for October:
1. Born in Albi, France in 1864, he grew up in one of the wealthiest families in Europe.
2. As a child he broke several bones. Doctors discovered that he had a rare disease that caused his bones to be fragile and break easily. He had to be very careful the rest of his life.
3. He is known best for his paintings and posters of theaters, dance halls, and circuses in Paris. His work showed people in simple, real moments in their lives without using models to pose.

work displayed Moulin-Rouge 1891

1st Grade: Wild Things & Nez Perce Woven Bags
We will learn about author and illustrator, Maurice Sendak. We will discuss the role of an illustrator and begin using basic shapes to create our own wild things with oil pastels. Following our Wild Things, we will begin discussing Native American Art and weaving.

2nd Grade: Sunday Afternoon in the Park
We have begun exploring landscapes while discussing the pointillist art by George Seurat. You may hear your student sing, 'George Seurat paints with dot, dot, dots!' Students are allowed to interupt me whenever I say his name with this song--a way to help them remember our new artist and his work! This week we are finishing up our BIG dots and beginning our little dots too!

3rd Grade: Kaleidoscopes & Japanese Landscapes
We have began studying radial design and began creating a kaleidoscope design. We are discussing pattern, repetition, and colors. They are looking good! The classes that are nearing finished this week will begin learning about the Japanese culture and begin prepping their paper for chalk and pastels!

4th Grade: Picasso Portraits
We are finishing out discussion on the artist Pablo Picasso. We are learning about the artist and his many styles of art including Cubism. We are putting on our finishing touches of complementary colors to complete our own cubist portraits.

5th Grade: Grant Wood Parodies & 'Moves like Haring'
Students will finish sketching their own American Gothic Parody. We will finish adding color and working in a mixed media or crayon, markers, colored pencils, and oil pastels. Students that have completed their parodies will begin learning how to draw the human form in movement while studying the artist Keith Haring.

Monday, September 26-30, 2011

2011-09-18T11:58:00.000-07:00

Happy September!!!
September 30 Early Dismissal Day!

With seeing 1st-5th graders once a week, the Art room is still getting organized and projects started. Art Adventures will begin in October for 4th and 5th grade students. Art Adventures for 3rd grade students will begin in November in order for 3rd graders and myself to get settled into our Prairieview 3rd grade routine!! Permission slips will be coming soon!!!!

Mystery Artist Clues for August/September: Last Week!
1. He was born on December 5, 1901 in Chicago, IL. before moving to Marceline, Missouri a few years later. He was the 4th of 5 children.

2. After Deciding to become an artist, he struggled with various art related jobs until he took a job at a Slide Company making animated commercials. Although he didn't stay with this job long, it opened his eyes to the world of animation.

3. His first animated cartoon was completed on November 18, 1928, titled Steamboat Willie. This animation launched his career and mad a certain cartoon character famous.

4. While entertaining his daughters on a Sunday afternoon, he wondered why no one had invented a safe and clean place that kids and their parents could enjoy themselves at the same time. His idea came to life and opened in 1955 in California.

1st Grade: Wild Things
We will learn about author and illustrator, Maurice Sendak. We will discuss the role of an illustrator and begin using basic shapes to create our own wild things with oil pastels.

2nd Grade: Sunday Afternoon in the Park
We have begun exploring landscapes while discussing the pointillist art by George Seurat. You may hear your student sing, 'George Seurat paints with dot, dot, dots!' Students are allowed to interupt me whenever I say his name with this song--a way to help them remember our new artist and his work!

3rd Grade: Kaleidoscopes
We have began studying radial design and began creating a kaleidoscope design. We are discussing pattern, repetition, and colors. They are looking good!

4th Grade: Picasso Portraits
We have begun discussing the artist Pablo Picasso to begin our next project. We are learning about the artist and his many styles of art including Cubism. We are currently drawing and will soon begin using complementary colors to create our own cubist portraits.

5th Grade: Grant Wood Parodies
Students have begun learning about American Gothic by Grant Wood. Students will continue sketching and planning their own American Gothic Parody. We will begin adding color and working in a mixed media or crayon, markers, colored pencils, and oil pastels.

September 12-16, 2011

2011-09-09T14:13:00.000-07:00

Happy September!!!

With seeing 1st-5th graders once a week, the Art room is still getting organized and projects started. Art Adventures will begin in October for 4th and 5th grade students. Art Adventures for 3rd grade students will begin in November in order for 3rd graders and myself to get settled into our Prairieview 3rd grade routine!! Permission slips will be coming soon!!!!

Mystery Artist Clues for August/September:
1. He was born on December 5, 1901 in Chicago, IL. before moving to Marceline, Missouri a few years later. He was the 4th of 5 children.

2. After Deciding to become an artist, he struggled with various art related jobs until he took a job at a Slide Company making animated commercials. Although he didn't stay with this job long, it opened his eyes to the world of animation.

3. His first animated cartoon was completed on November 18, 1928, titled Steamboat Willie. This animation launched his career and mad a certain cartoon character famous.

4. While entertaining his daughters on a Sunday afternoon, he wondered why no one had invented a safe and clean place that kids and their parents could enjoy themselves at the same time. His idea came to life and opened in 1955 in California.

1st Grade: Beautiful Oops
Art involves facing challenges with materials, expressing oneself, and problem solving. Students will begin their Art creation by starting with a mistake or Oops. We will read the story, Beautiful Oops by Barney Saltzberg. Student will then get a piece of art paper with a giant smudge of oops paint. Students will have to turn the oops into Art!!

2nd Grade: The Dot
Students began Art by defining and creating a series of dots. We then read the story, The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds. Students will now turn their dots in to Art!

3rd Grade: Wordle and Kaleidoscopes
To start off Art this year, we are doing a creative class/group project using wordle. com. Using http://www.wordle.net/ each class is creating a 'word cloud' to illustrate their definition of Art. Once this is completed we will begin studying radial design and begin folding paper to create a kaleidoscope design.

4th Grade: Absolutely Awful Alphabet Letters and Picasso Portraits
We began 4th grade Art by reading, The Absolutely Aweful Alphabet by Mordicai Gerstein which was recently featured at the Art Institute of Chicago. Students are using oil pastels to create their own alphabet lettered creatures. Once complete, we will begin discussing the artist Pablo Picasso to begin our next project.

5th Grade: Grant Wood Parodies
Student will answer a small questionaire about American Gothic in order to dig deeper into the exploration of the artwork and artist. Following this activity students will begin learning about American Gothic by Grant Wood. Students will begin sketching and planning their own American Gothic Parody.

Monday, September 5-9, 2011

2011-09-01T13:24:00.000-07:00

Monday, Sept. 5 No School-Labor Day!
Tuesday, Sept. 6 Monday Schedule
4/5th Curriculum Night
Thursday Sept. 9 1/2nd Curriculum Night

Mystery Artist Clues for August/September:
1. He was born on December 5, 1901 in Chicago, IL. before moving to Marceline, Missouri a few years later. He was the 4th of 5 children.

2. After Deciding to become an artist, he struggled with various art related jobs until he took a job at a Slide Company making animated commercials. Although he didn't stay with this job long, it opened his eyes to the world of animation.

3. His first animated cartoon was completed on November 18, 1928, titled Steamboat Willie. This animation launched his career and mad a certain cartoon character famous.

4. While entertaining his daughters on a Sunday afternoon, he wondered why no one had invented a safe and clean place that kids and their parents could enjoy themselves at the same time. His idea came to life and opened in 1955 in California.

1st Grade: Beautiful Oops
Art involves facing challenges with materials, expressing oneself, and problem solving. Students will begin their Art creation by starting with a mistake or Oops. We will read the story, Beautiful Oops by Barney Saltzberg. Student will then get a piece of art paper with a giant smudge of oops paint. Students will have to turn the oops into Art!!

2nd Grade: The Dot
Students began Art by defining and creating a series of dots. We then read the story, The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds. Students will now turn their dots in to Art!

3rd Grade: Wordle and Kaleidoscopes
To start off Art this year, we are doing a creative class/group project using wordle. com. Using http://www.wordle.net/ each class is creating a 'word cloud' to illustrate their definition of Art. Once this is completed we will begin studying radial design and begin folding paper to create a kaleidoscope design.

4th Grade: Absolutely Awful Alphabet Letters and Picasso Portraits
We began 4th grade Art by reading, The Absolutely Aweful Alphabet by Mordicai Gerstein which was recently featured at the Art Institute of Chicago. Students are using oil pastels to create their own alphabet lettered creatures. Once complete, we will begin discussing the artist Pablo Picasso to begin our next project.

5th Grade: Grant Wood Parodies
Student will answer a small questionaire about American Gothic in order to dig deeper into the exploration of the artwork and artist. Following this activity students will begin learning about American Gothic by Grant Wood. Students will begin sketching and planning their own American Gothic Parody.

Monday, August 29-September 2, 2011

2011-08-26T13:48:00.000-07:00

Welcome Back!!!!

Mystery Artist Clues for August/September:
1. He was born on December 5, 1901 in Chicago, IL. before moving to Marceline, Missouri a few years later. He was the 4th of 5 children.
2. After Deciding to become an artist, he struggled with various art related jobs until he took a job at a Slide Company making animated commercials. Although he didn't stay with this job long, it opened his eyes to the world of animation.
3. His first animated cartoon was completed on November 18, 1928, titled Steamboat Willie. This animation launched his career and mad a certain cartoon character famous.
4. While entertaining his daughters on a Sunday afternoon, he wondered why no one had invented a safe and clean place that kids and their parents could enjoy themselves at the same time. His idea came to life and opened in 1955 in California.

3rd Grade: Wordle and Kaleidoscopes
To start off Art this year, we are doing a creative class/group project using wordle. com. Using www.wordle.net each class is creating a 'word cloud' to illustrate their definition of Art. Once this is completed we will begin studying radial design and begin folding paper to create a kaleidoscope design.

4th Grade: Absolutely Awful Alphabet Letters and Picasso Portraits
We began 4th grade Art by reading, The Absolutely Aweful Alphabet by Mordicai Gerstein which was recently featured at the Art Institute of Chicago. Students are using oil pastels to create their own alphabet lettered creatures. Once complete, we will begin discussing the artist Pablo Picasso to begin our next project.

5th Grade: Image & Me and Grant Wood Parodies
This summer I observed at art museums that many people zoom around just to see the 'famous artist' rather than taking the time to absorb an artwork whether it is famous or not. To begin 5th grade Art, I had students select an artwork from many I made available. They were to pick one they 'identified with'. Then student answered a small questionaire about their work to dig deeper. Following this activity students will begin learning about American Gothic by Grant Wood.

May 31-June 3, 2011

2011-05-27T13:14:00.000-07:00

May 30 No School- Memorial DayJune 7 Last Day of school--Wow!

1st Grade: Last Art Day :(

Students will be creating a one- day project of either Van Gogh trees or modeling clay fun!

2nd Grade: Faith Ringgold Story Quilts

We will finish drawing and add a little painted colors into our quilts based on the story of Tar Beach by Faith Ringgold.

3rd Grade: Egyptian Reliefs

Students will finish their clay relief by painting. The theme combines their classroom time of studying Chicago and Egypt...we are creating Egypt on Parade!!

4th Grade: Guatemalan Weaving

Time do cut our weavings off the loom!!!

5th Grade: Cultural Masks

We will begin learning about mask making and various cultures that use masks. Students will be working with plaster gauze to sculpt their mask form. Once plaster is dry, students will be able to paint and decorate their masks based on themselves---who they are, what is important to them, and their cultural background.

May 9-13, 2011

2011-05-06T08:51:00.000-07:00

May 25 Art Adventures

May 30 No School- Memorial Day
June 7 Last Day of school--Wow!

1st Grade: Van Gogh ' Starry Sunflowers'

The First grade has been learning about Vincent van Gogh and his impressionist style of bright bold color. We have finished drawing our combination of Starry Night and Sunflowers. We will be painting soon!!!

2nd Grade: Clay Pinch Pots and Faith Ringgold Story Quilts

With such a short amount of Art time before the end of the school year, students will be squeezing together two art projects. First we will be learning about clay, where it comes from, and creating pinch pots. Second, while the clay dries we will be learning about Faith Ringgold and her amazing story quilts. Students will learn the story of Tar Beach and create their own interpretation of Tar Beach.

3rd Grade: Egyptian Reliefs

This week we will finish collage and begin studying Egypt. Our Egyptian project will involve clay!!! Students will learn how to create a slab clay and make a relief by carving into their clay. The theme combines their classroom time of studying Chicago and Egypt...we are creating Egypt on Parade!!

4th Grade: Guatemalan Weaving and Printmaking

We will have been discussing the process of weaving. Student will create their own cardboard loom weavings. This week students continue using weaving techniques including tabby, basketweave, irregular basketweave, pull-ups and soumak! Students will also begin learning about the printmaking process and begin their own string collagraphs.

5th Grade: Cultural Masks

May 2-6, 2011

2011-04-29T08:57:00.000-07:00

April Mystery Artist: Alexander Calder

May 13 Early Dismissal

May 18 Art Adventures--To Be Announced

May 25 Art Adventures--T.B.A.

May 30 No School- Memorial Day

June 7 Last Day of school--Wow!

1st Grade: Modern Mona Lisa and Van Gogh Trees

Some first graders will be completing their Modern Mona Lisa projects. The rest of the first graders will be learning about Vincent van Gogh and his impressionist style of bright bold color. We will begin drawing the trees using our hands as a guide.

2nd Grade: Gyotaku Fish Printing

Students will be learning about the Japanese fish printmaking process. Students will learn how and why fish printing is done. Students will create their own fish print and create ocean scenes.

3rd Grade: Matisse Goldfish and Egyptian Reliefs

We will focus on completing our own interpretation of Goldfish. This week we will finish collage and begin studying Egypt. Our Egyptian project will involve clay!!!

4th Grade: Guatemalan Weaving and Printmaking

5th Grade: One Point Perspective and Cultural Masks
We are completing our one point perspective projects. While putting on our final touches of color for our perspective projects, we will begin learning about mask making and various cultures that use masks.

***Attention Parents***

The fifth grade mask -making project is made with plaster gauze. Plaster gauze can get dusty. If you have a student with allergies and/or asthma please contact me with any questions or concerns. I will be talking to students this next week about their safety in the Art room. If any students think they may have an issue with using plaster, I offer mask -making with paper mache' or 3-D paper masks too. These students will be able to work in the hallway of the Art room.

Monday April 25-29, 2011

2011-04-21T14:48:00.000-07:00

April 22 No School

April 28 Ide Open House---come see the ART!!!!

Mystery Artist for April:

1. He was born in Lawnton, Pennsylvania in 1898. From the time he was a little boy, he was fascinated by stars and planets and how machines worked.

2. As a kid, he enjoyed making toys out of objects he found, (buttons, cloth, string, wire, and more). He made these toys throughout his teen years.

3. He was best known for his moving sculpture called mobiles. He made them out of abstract metal shapes and painted them his favorite colors.

4. Many of his mobiles were based on images from the solar system. He made them to float in space naturally whenever a breeze came along.

5. He has a public sculpture in Chicago often refered to 'the flamingo'.

1st Grade: Modern Mona Lisa

First graders will be learning about the artist, Leonardo Da Vinci and his famous Mona Lisa. We will begin drawing the facial features of our portrait in pencil. We will study the proportion of the facial features while giving her a modern style!!

2nd Grade: Gyotaku Fish Printing

Students will be learning about the Japanese fish printmaking process. Students will learn how and why fish printing is done. Students will create their own fish print and create ocean scenes.

3rd Grade: Matisse Goldfish
We are learning about the artist, Henri Matisse. We will focus on his painting, Goldfish, and are completing our own interpretation of Goldfish. This week we will be learning about collage.

4th Grade: Guatemalan Weaving and Printmaking

5th Grade: One Point Perspective and Cultural Masks

We are completing our one point perspective projects. While putting on our final touches of color for our perspective projects, we will begin learning about mask making and various cultures that use masks.

April 18-22, 2011

2011-04-15T07:27:00.000-07:00

April 21 Early Dismissal

April 22 No School

April 28 Ide Open House---come see the ART!!!!

Mystery Artist for April:

1. He was born in Lawnton, Pennsylvania in 1898. From the time he was a little boy, he was fascinated by stars and planets and how machines worked.

2. As a kid, he enjoyed making toys out of objects he found, (buttons, cloth, string, wire, and more). He made these toys throughout his teen years.

3. He was best known for his moving sculpture called mobiles. He made them out of abstract metal shapes and painted them his favorite colors.

4. Many of his mobiles were based on images from the solar system. He made them to float in space naturally whenever a breeze came along.

5. He has a public sculpture in Chicago often refered to 'the flamingo'.

1st Grade: Modern Mona Lisa

2nd Grade: Kandinsky Colors and Gyotaku Fish Printing

Once classes complete their Kandinsky abstract paintings, students will be learning about the printmaking process. Students will learn how and why fish printing done. Students will create their own fish print.

3rd Grade: Matisse Goldfish

We will begin learning about the artist Henri Matisse. We will focus on his painting, Goldfish, and begin creating our own interpretation of Goldfish. This week we will be learning about collage.

4th Grade: Guatemalan Weaving and Printmaking

We will begin discussing the process of weaving. Student will create their own cardboard loom weavings. This week students continue using weaving techniques including tabby, basketweave, irregular basketweave, pull-ups and soumak! Students will also begin learning about the printmaking process and begin their own string collagraphs.

5th Grade: One Point Perspective and Cultural Masks

We are completing our one point perspective projects. While putting on our final touches of color for our perspective projects, we will begin learning about mask making and various cultures that use masks.

April 11-15, 2011

2011-04-10T19:00:00.000-07:00

April 14th Open House at Prairieview --Come see the Art!!!!

Mystery Artist for April: To be announced soon!

1st Grade: Modern Mona Lisa

2nd Grade: Kandinsky Colors

Students will be learning about the artist, Wassily Kandinsky and his Pure Abstract style. Students will learn how his Abstract style helped him mix our senses with colors. We will continue learning about shapes and colors by painting based on the color wheel.

3rd Grade: Matisse Goldfish

We will begin learning about the artist Henri Matisse. We will focus on his painting, Goldfish, and begin creating our own interpretation of Goldfish.

4th Grade: Guatemalan Weaving

5th Grade: One Point Perspective

We are beginning a basic introduction into one point perspective. Students will be selecting a word to draw in perspective and then designing a background to support it.

April 4-8, 2011

2011-03-25T08:57:00.000-07:00

April 5th Teacher Institute--Election Day!!

April 14th Open House at Prairieview --come see the Art!!!!

Mystery Artist for April: To be announced soon!

1st Grade: Modern Mona Lisa

2nd Grade: Kandinsky Colors

3rd Grade: Matisse Goldfish

We will begin learning about the artist Henri Matisse. We will focus on his painting, Goldfish, and begin creating our own interpretation of Goldfish.

4th Grade: Guatemalan Weaving

5th Grade: One Point Perspective

We are beginning a basic introduction into one point perspective. Students will be selecting a word to draw in perspective and then designing a background to support it.

Monday March 21-25, 2011

2011-03-18T14:01:00.000-07:00

March 23 3rd Grade Art Adventures

March 25 Last school day before Spring Break!

Mystery Artist for March:

1.He was born in Paris, France, in 1848. He led an adventurous life traveling all over the world to find just the right place to paint.

2. He often used flat, bright colors and simple outlined shapes in his paintings. He also used symbols that would give a look of mystery to his paintings.

3.He is probably best known for his painting of life on the faraway islands of the South Pacific.

4. His artwork is often displayed along side his fellow artist Vincent van Gogh. These two artists lived and studied together in Arles, France for a short time.

1st Grade: Modern Mona Lisa

2nd Grade: Kandinsky Colors

3rd Grade: Matisse Goldfish

We will begin learning about the artist Henri Matisse. We will focus on his painting, Goldfish, and begin creating our own interpretation of Goldfish.

4th Grade: Guatemalan Weaving

5th Grade: One Point Perspective

We are beginning a basic introduction into one point perspective. Students will be selecting a word to draw in perspective and then designing a background to support it.

Monday March14-18, 2011

2011-03-11T07:20:00.000-08:00

WELCOME TO TRIMESTER #3!!!

March 16 3rd Grade Art Adventures

March 23 3rd Grade Art Adventures

March 25 Last school day before Spring Break!

Doodle 4 Google Logo Contest is a competition where students design the Google logo according to this year's theme, "What I'd like to do someday." The winning doodler will have his or her artwork viewed on google.com homepage, win a college scholarship, and earn computers for his or her school. Information packets are in the art room.

Mystery Artist for March:

1.He was born in Paris, France, in 1848. He led an adventurous life traveling all over the world to find just the right place to paint.

2. He often used flat, bright colors and simple outlined shapes in his paintings. He also used symbols that would give a look of mystery to his paintings.

3.He is probably best known for his painting of life on the faraway islands of the South Pacific.

4. His artwork is often displayed along side his fellow artist Vincent van Gogh. These two artists lived and studied together in Arles, France for a short time.

1st Grade: Action Jackson Abstract Expressionist Paintings

First graders are learning about the artist, Jackson Pollock and his Abstract Expressionist style. We will begin painting with string and other found objects. Students will learn about primary and secondary colors. Check out www.jacksonpollock.org to create like Pollock for some stress releasing creativity!

2nd Grade: Kandinsky Colors

3rd Grade: Matisse Goldfish

We will begin learning about the artist Henri Matisse. We will focus on his painting, Goldfish, and begin creating our own interpretation of Goldfish.

4th Grade: Guatemalan Weaving

We will begin discussing the process of weaving. Student will create their own cardboard loom weavings. This week students continue using weaving techniques including tabby and basketweave!

5th Grade: Fantasy Portraits

We will continue sketching our own self-portraits. Once we have completed the basics of our portraits we will begin discussing Surrealism and how to illustrate it on their own self-portraits.

Art Folder Assignment: A block letter worksheet to prepare us for a project on 1 point perspective.

Monday March 7-11, 2011

2011-03-06T12:12:00.000-08:00

WELCOME TO TRIMESTER #3!!!

March 7 No School Happy Casmir Pulaski Day!

March 9 Metra Railroad Safety Poster due to Miss Smeltzer

March 11 Doodle 4 Google contest due to Miss Smeltzer

March 16 3rd Grade Art Adventures

March 23 3rd Grade Art Adventures

Mystery Artist for March:

1.He was born in Paris, France, in 1848. He led an adventurous life traveling all over the world to find just the right place to paint.

2. He often used flat, bright colors and simple outlined shapes in his paintings. He also used symbols that would give a look of mystery to his paintings.

3.He is probably best known for his painting of life on the faraway islands of the South Pacific.

4. His artwork is often displayed along side his fellow artist Vincent van Gogh. These two artists lived and studied together in Arles, France for a short time.

1st Grade: Action Jackson Abstract Expressionist Paintings
First graders are learning about the artist, Jackson Pollock and his Abstract Expressionist style. We will begin painting with string and other found objects.

2nd Grade: Kandinsky Colors
Students will be learning about the artist, Wassily Kandinsky and his Pure Abstract style. Students will learn how his Abstract style helped him mix our senses with colors. We will begin by painting geometric shapes.

3rd Grade: Matisse Goldfish
We will begin learning about the artist Henri Matisse. We will focus on his painting, Goldfish, and begin creating our own interpretation of Goldfish.

4th Grade: Guatemalan Weaving

We will begin discussing the process of weaving. Student will create their own cardboard loom weavings. This week begins warping!

5th Grade: Fantasy Portraits

We will continue sketching our own self-portraits. Once we have completed the basics of our portraits we will begin discussing Surrealism and how to illustrate it on their own self-portraits.

Monday February 28- March 4, 2001

2011-02-25T13:19:00.000-08:00

WELCOME TO TRIMESTER #3!!!

March 2 Prairieview Specials Conferences

March 3 E. Ide Special Conferences

March 4 No School

March 7 No School Happy Casmir Pulaski Day!

March 9 Metra Railroad Safety Poster due to Miss Smeltzer

March 11 Doodle 4 Google contest due to Miss Smeltzer

Mystery Artist for February:

1. He was born in New York City in 1894. He received his first assignments as an illustrator when he was a teenager.

2. The cover of The Saturday Evening Post was his showcase for over forty year, giving him an audience larger than that of any other artist in history.

3. He also painted a great number of pictures for story illustrations, advertising campaigns, posters, calendars, and books.

4. His pictures chronicled, (a record of events), the introduction of radio and television, automobile and airplane travel, and even flights to the moon.

Displayed in Classroom are: School Days and Nothing Up His Sleeve.

4th Grade: Guatemalan Weaving

We will begin discussing the process of weaving. Student will create their own cardboard loom weavings. This week begins warping!

5th Grade: Fantasy Portraits

We will continue sketching our own self-portraits. Once we have completed the basics of our portraits we will begin discussing Surrealism and how to illustrate it on their own self-portraits.

Monday February 21-25, 2011

2011-02-18T14:27:00.000-08:00

February 21 Happy President's Day- No School
February 23 4th/5th Art Adventures
March 9 Metra Railroad Safety Poster due to Miss Smeltzer
Mystery Artist for February:
1. He was born in New York City in 1894. He received his first assignments as an illustrator when he was a teenager.
2. The cover of The Saturday Evening Post was his showcase for over forty year, giving him an audience larger than that of any other artist in history.
3. He also painted a great number of pictures for story illustrations, advertising campaigns, posters, calendars, and books.
4. His pictures chronicled, (a record of events), the introduction of radio and television, automobile and airplane travel, and even flights to the moon.
Displayed in Classroom are: School Days and Nothing Up His Sleeve.
1st Grade: Monet Bridges and Action Jackson Abstract Expressionist Paintings
First graders are learning about the artist, Claude Monet and his Impressionistic style. We will finish creating our own bridge paintings based on the popular Japanese footbridge Monet painted several times. Some classes are complete with their Monet Bridges and are beginning to learn about the artist, Jackson Pollack.

2nd Grade: Legs of Degas and Kandinsky Colors
Students will be learning about the artist, Edgar Degas. Students will learn how his Impressionist style helped him create movement within his artwork. Student will finish creating their own legs of movement. Some classes will begin learning about the artist, Wassily Kandinsky.

3rd Grade: Frank Lloyd Wright Mansions and Matisse Goldfish
We will continue discussing the architect Frank Lloyd Wright and finish creating their our own dream mansions. Some classes will begin learning about the artist Henri Matisse.

4th Grade: Aboriginal Art and Guatemalan Weaving

We have been discussing the artworks of the Aboriginal culture. Students will finish creating the dot and line painting patterns of the Aboriginal culture. Some classes will begin learning about the weaving process.

5th Grade: Fantasy Portraits

We will continue sketching our own self-portraits. Once we have completed the basics of our portraits we will begin discussing Surrealism and how to illustrate it on their own self-portraits.

Art Folder #10 is the last art folder of the second trimester.

2011-02-13T08:12:00.000-08:00

HAPPY VALENTINES DAY!!!
February 14 Valentines Day!!!
February 16 4th/5th Art Adventures
February 23 4th/5th Art Adventures
March 9 Metra Railroad Safety Poster due to Miss Smeltzer
Mystery Artist for February:
1. He was born in New York City in 1894. He received his first assignments as an illustrator when he was a teenager.
2. The cover of The Saturday Evening Post was his showcase for over forty year, giving him an audience larger than that of any other artist in history.
3. He also painted a great number of pictures for story illustrations, advertising campaigns, posters, calendars, and books.
4. His pictures chronicled, (a record of events), the introduction of radio and television, automobile and airplane travel, and even flights to the moon.
Displayed in Classroom are: School Days and Nothing Up His Sleeve.

1st Grade: Monet Bridges
First graders are learning about the artist, Claude Monet and his Impressionistic style. We will continue creating our own bridge paintings based on the popular Japanese footbridge Monet painted several times.

2nd Grade: Legs of Degas
Students will be learning about the artist, Edgar Degas. Students will learn how his Impressionist style helped him create movement within his artwork. Student will be creating their own legs of movement.

3rd Grade: Frank Lloyd Wright Mansions
We will continue discussing the architect Frank Lloyd Wright and create our own dream mansions. Students will be discussing architecture, design, facades, landscapes, and more!

4th Grade: Aboriginal Art

We have begun discussing the artworks of the Aboriginal culture. Students will continue creating realistic or mystical creatures through the process of collage. This week, they will be introduced to the dot and line painting patterns of the Aboriginal culture.

5th Grade: Fantasy Portraits

We will continue sketching our own self-portraits. Once we have completed the basics of our portraits we will begin discussing Surrealism and how to illustrate it on their own self-portraits.

Art Folder #10

Surrealism is a style of art in which dreams, fantasy, and the subconscious serve as inspiration for artists. Surrealists are a group of artists who explore the realm of dreams. The name comes from a word whose initial part sur means 'beyond' or 'above'. Surrealist artists include Marc Chagall, Joan Miro', Giuseppe Arcimboldo, Salvador Dali, and Rene' Magritte.

Directions: DRAW and COLOR a picture to answer the questions below. These questions will help you turn your self portrait we're working on in class into fantasy art.
1. What is your favorite Sport?
2. What is your favorite vegetable?
3. What is your favorite animal(s)?
4. If you could only take one OBJECT with you on a long trip, what would it be?
5. What is your favorite tool (pencil, pens, ruler, scissors, hammer, etc.) to work with?

Monday February 7-11, 2011

2011-02-04T13:28:00.000-08:00

CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL THE STUDENTS THAT PARTICIPATED IN THE DARIEN WOMENS CLUB CREATIVE YOUTH ART FAIR ON JANUARY 30!!! Wow!
CONGRATULATIONS TO DIVISION WINNERS:
CECE DIVIS (Poetry)
EMANUELLE COPELAND (Best of Show for 3rd/4th Grade Art)
February 14 Valentines Day!!!
February 16 4th/5th Art Adventures
February 23 4th/5th Art Adventures
March 9 Metra Railroad Safety Poster due to Miss Smeltzer
Mystery Artist for February:
1. He was born in New York City in 1894. He received his first assignments as an illustrator when he was a teenager.
2. The cover of The Saturday Evening Post was his showcase for over forty year, giving him an audience larger than that of any other artist in history.
3. He also painted a great number of pictures for story illustrations, advertising campaigns, posters, calendars, and books.
4. His pictures chronicled, (a record of events), the introduction of radio and television, automobile and airplane travel, and even flights to the moon.
Displayed in Classroom are: School Days and Nothing Up His Sleeve.

1st Grade: Monet Bridges
First graders are learning about the artist, Claude Monet and his Impressionistic style. We will continue creating our own bridge paintings based on the popular Japanese footbridge Monet painted several times.

2nd Grade: Legs of Degas
Students will be learning about the artist, Edgar Degas. Students will learn how his Impressionist style helped him create movement within his artwork. Student will be creating their own legs of movement.

3rd Grade: Frank Lloyd Wright Mansions
We will continue discussing the architect Frank Lloyd Wright and create our own dream mansions. Students will be discussing architecture, design, facades, landscapes, and more!

4th Grade: Aboriginal Art

We have begun discussing the artworks of the Aboriginal culture. Students will continue creating realistic or mystical creatures through the process of collage. Next week, they will be introduced to the dot and line painting patterns of the Aboriginal culture.

5th Grade: Fantasy Portraits

We will continue sketching our own self-portraits. Once we have completed the basics of our portraits we will begin discussing Surrealism and how to illustrate it on their own self-portraits.

Art Folder #10

January 30-February 4, 2011

2011-01-28T07:43:00.000-08:00

January 28 Creative Youth Art Fair Drop Off 4:30-6:30
January 30 Creative Youth Art Fair, 4:30-6:30 @ Eisenhower Jr. High
Mystery Artist for January:
1. Born on December 12, 1863 this Norwegian artist faced many losses throughout his life including the deaths of his mother when he was 5, his closest sister when he was 14, his father when he was 26, and his younger brother when he was 32.
2. Using art to help him express his feelings, this Modern Expressionist used lines, colors, shapes and forms to show his innermost feelings of sadness, loneliness, anger, and suffering. Rather than painting what he saw in the world he painted how the world made him feel.
3. On August 22, 2004, two of this artist's works were stolen from an art museum in Norway. One of the works was his most famous piece, The Scream.
1st Grade: Monet Bridges
First graders will begin learning about the artist, Claude Monet and his Impressionistic style. We will begin creating their own bridge paintings based on the popular Japanese footbridge Monet painted several times.

2nd Grade: Legs of Degas
Students will be learning about the artist, Edgar Degas. Students will learn how his Impressionist style helped him create movement within his artwork. Student will be creating their own legs of movement.

3rd Grade: Frank Lloyd Wright Mansions
We will begin discussing the architect Frank Lloyd Wright and create our own dream mansions. Students will be discussing architecture, design, facades, landscapes, and more!

4th Grade: Aboriginal Art

We have begun discussing the artworks of the Aboriginal culture. Students will begin creating realistic or mystical creatures through the process of collage. Next week, they will be introduced to the dot and line painting patterns of the Aboriginal culture.

5th Grade: Fantasy Portraits

We will continue sketching our own self-portraits. Once we have completed the basics of our portraits we will begin discussing Surrealism and how to illustrate it on their own self-portraits.

Art Folder #10

January 24-January 28, 2011

2011-01-21T13:40:00.000-08:00

January 26 Art Adventures 3rd Grade
January 28 Creative Youth Art Fair Drop Off 4:30-6:30
January 30 Creative Youth Art Fair, 4:30-6:30 @ Eisenhower Jr. High
Mystery Artist for January:
1. Born on December 12, 1863 this Norwegian artist faced many losses throughout his life including the deaths of his mother when he was 5, his closest sister when he was 14, his father when he was 26, and his younger brother when he was 32.
2. Using art to help him express his feelings, this Modern Expressionist used lines, colors, shapes and forms to show his innermost feelings of sadness, loneliness, anger, and suffering. Rather than painting what he saw in the world he painted how the world made him feel.
3. On August 22, 2004, two of this artist's works were stolen from an art museum in Norway. One of the works was his most famous piece, The Scream.
1st Grade: Monet Bridges
First graders will begin learning about the artist, Claude Monet and his Impressionistic style. We will begin creating their own bridge paintings based on the popular Japanese footbridge Monet painted several times.

2nd Grade: Legs of Degas
Students will be learning about the artist, Edgar Degas. Students will learn how his Impressionist style helped him create movement within his artwork. Student will be creating their own legs of movement.

3rd Grade: Frank Lloyd Wright Mansions
We will begin discussing the architect Frank Lloyd Wright and create our own dream mansions. Students will be discussing architecture, design, facades, landscapes, and more!

4th Grade: Aboriginal Art

We have begun discussing the artworks of the Aboriginal culture. Students will begin creating realistic or mystical creatures through the process of collage.

5th Grade: Fantasy Portraits

We will review Art Folder #9 and begin sketching our own self-portraits. Once we have completed the basics of our portraits we will begin discussing Surrealism and how to illustrate it on their own self-portraits.

Art Folder #10 To be announced.

January17-21, 2011

2011-01-14T13:28:00.000-08:00

January 17 M.L. King Jr. Day- No School
January 19 Monday Schedule- No Art Adventures
January 20 Creative Youth Art Fair Registration Due (Indian
Pairie Library drop-off box--see Miss S. for an entry form)
January 26 Art Adventures 3rd Grade
January 28 Creative Youth Art Fair Drop Off 4:30-6:30
January 30 Creative Youth Art Fair, 4:30-6:30 @ Eisenhower Jr. High
Mystery Artist for January:
1. Born on December 12, 1863 this Norwegian artist faced many losses throughout his life including the deaths of his mother when he was 5, his closest sister when he was 14, his father when he was 26, and his younger brother when he was 32.
2. Using art to help him express his feelings, this Modern Expressionist used lines, colors, shapes and forms to show his innermost feelings of sadness, loneliness, anger, and suffering. Rather than painting what he saw in the world he painted how the world made him feel.
3. On August 22, 2004, two of this artist's works were stolen from an art museum in Norway. One of the works was his most famous piece, The Scream.
1st Grade: Monet Bridges
First graders will begin learning about the artist, Claude Monet and his Impressionistic style. We will begin creating their own bridge paintings based on the popular Japanese footbridge Monet painted several times.

2nd Grade: Legs of Degas
Students will be learning about the artist, Edgar Degas. Students will learn how his Impressionist style helped him create movement within his artwork. Student will be creating their own legs of movement.

3rd Grade: Frank Lloyd Wright Mansions
We will begin discussing the architect Frank Lloyd Wright and create our own dream mansions. Students will be discussing architecture, design, facades, landscapes, and more!

4th Grade: Aboriginal Art

We have begun discussing the artworks of the Aboriginal culture. Students will begin creating realistic or mystical creatures through the process of collage.

5th Grade: Fantasy Portraits

Art Folder #10 To be announced.

The Darien Woman’s Club Charity Fund, Inc.
Presents the Creative Youth Art Fair of 2011

(Please see Miss Smeltzer for an Entry Form)

The Creative Youth Art Fair is an exhibition of paintings, drawings, and sculptures created by the youth of the Darien area that is sponsored by the Darien Woman’s Club Charity Fund, Inc. The exhibition will be held at Eisenhower Junior High School, 1410 75th Street, Darien, IL, on Sunday, January 30, 2011 from 2:00 to 3:30 PM. Prizes and awards will be presented at 3:15p.m. To enter the Art Fair: 1) Complete the Registration Form below and return as instructed below by January 20th and 2) Read all of the Rules and Regulations below before completing the Registration Form. Additional forms are available at the Indian Prairie Library lobby information display and on the DWC web page at http://www.darienwomansclub.org/.

Rules and Regulations
Darien area youth age 4 years old through twelfth grade are eligible to enter by filling out a Registration Form and returning it to Annette Szkodzinski 1902 Holly Ave Darien, IL 60561 630-964-6678 postmarked by January 13th, or by dropping it off at the Indian Prairie Library in the drop box located in the lobby by January 20th before closing. EACH PIECE OF ARTWORK MUST BE PRE-REGISTERED, NO LATE ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED. While every care is taken with the artwork submitted for display, DWC takes no responsibility for lost or damaged artwork. Total number of entries will be limited to 650 on a first-come-first-served basis.

Poetry will be added this year as a media choice for Grades 3-5, ONLY. All other media choices are open to all divisions.

Pre-registered artwork/poetry will be accepted only on Friday January 28th between 4:30 and 6:30p.m. Artwork should be brought to the Eisenhower Junior High School Commons Room. Absolutely no exhibits may be removed before the end of the show. All exhibits must be claimed on Sunday, January 30th at 3:30 PM.

Each individual may enter no more than two pieces of artwork/poetry in the show. You may not enter 2 pieces of artwork and 2 pieces of poetry, just 2 pieces total. Exhibitors may enter in the media(s) of their choice.

All artwork/poetry must be the original work of the artist. No tracing, paint by numbers, or kits of any kind will be accepted.

Paintings and drawings must be no larger than 24" by 36" including mount, matte or frame without glass. Art/Poetry entries MUST be mounted on construction paper, matted or framed (without glass). Artwork in frames with glass will NOT be accepted. Sculptures must be no larger than 18"x18"x20". No mobiles will be accepted.

Each piece of artwork/poetry must have the entry label affixed to the front (see entry label below). The back of the artwork/poetry must also be labeled with the exhibitor’s name and telephone number.

An independent panel of judges will evaluate each piece of artwork/poetry. A point system will be used to evaluate originality, design, use of color and shading, line and texture, and workmanship of the artwork. A point system will be used to evaluate the poetry’s creativity, ability to captivate the reader, word usage, language conventions, form and flow. A special award will be presented to the overall winner in each division as well as in the Photography/Computer Generated media and Poetry categories. Division winners will be informed on Saturday, January 29th. Artwork/Poetry Division winners and selected entrants will be displayed at the Indian Prairie Library during the months of February and March.

January 10-14, 2011

2011-01-07T13:16:00.000-08:00

January 11 Art Adventure permission slips due (see below)
January 12 Art Adventures 3rd Grade
January 17 M.L. King Jr. Day- No School
January 20 Creative Youth Art Fair Registration Due (Indian
Pairie Library drop-off box--see Miss S. for an entry form)
January 26 Art Adventures 3rd Grade
January 28 Creative Youth Art Fair Drop Off 4:30-6:30
January 30 Creative Youth Art Fair, 4:30-6:30 @ Eisenhower Jr. High

Mystery Artist for January:
1. Born on December 12, 1863 this Norwegian artist faced many losses throughout his life including the deaths of his mother when he was 5, his closest sister when he was 14, his father when he was 26, and his younger brother when he was 32.
2. Using art to help him express his feelings, this Modern Expressionist used lines, colors, shapes and forms to show his innermost feelings of sadness, loneliness, anger, and suffering. Rather than painting what he saw in the world he painted how the world made him feel.
3. On August 22, 2004, two of this artist's works were stolen from an art museum in Norway. One of the works was his most famous piece, The Scream.
1st Grade: Monet Bridges
First graders will begin learning about the artist, Claude Monet and his Impressionistic style. We will begin creating their own bridge paintings based on the popular Japanese footbridge Monet painted several times.

2nd Grade: Prehistoric Rock Art
Students will be learning about the earliest days of Art. Students will have the opportunity to understand the environmental challenges of working with low light sources, handmade art tools from nature, and the use of symbols to create.

3rd Grade: Frank Lloyd Wright Mansions
We will begin discussing the architect Frank Lloyd Wright and create our own dream mansions. Students will be discussing architecture, design, facades, landscapes, and more!

4th Grade: M.C. Escher Hands and Aboriginal Art

We will continue discussing the artist M. C. Escher artworks and complete the art principle of value. Students will complete shading their hands. Classes finished with their valued hands will begin learning about the Aboriginal culture and art.

5th Grade: Keith Haring Paintings and Fantasy Portraits

We will finish studying how to use symbols to communicate through Art. We will complete painting too! Finished classes will begin working on their own self-portraits.

Art Folder #9

Directions: Using the information below, sketch a portrait. Please include value using light and dark tones or color.

Forensic Art is any kind of art used in law enforcement and court proceedings. A forensic artist interviews victims of crime, gathering information about the appearance of a suspect and drawing a sketch to match their description.

Description: a woman between 25 and 35, she had dark hair, but not black, her hair was around shoulder length-maybe a bit longer, her face was round or oval, her eyes are light-but I couldn't tell since she was wearing glasses, her glases were dark-maybe brown and rectangular in shape. Her eyebrows were brown over her glasses, but not very long or big. Her nose wasn't too large, but it was kinda pointy. Her lips were pink and her bottom lip was bigger than her upper lip.

Art Adventures Permission slip
Dear Parents and 3rd Grade Students,

Art Adventure activity for the month of January, will be available for 3rd grade students. The art activity and meeting times will be on Wednesday, January 12th and Wednesday, January 26th. Please note that maximum of 26 students will be permitted to participate in this activity. If the activity becomes full, your envelope will be returned.
The 3rd grade activity will be Mixed Media Winter Collages. Students will have the opportunity to work with various papers, oil pastels, markers, and paste. Students who would like to participate will need to pay a $5.00 lab fee. The lab fee will cover the costs of materials students will be using during the Art Adventure Activity.
All Art Adventure activities will be at Prairieview School starting at 2:30 p.m. and will end at 3:45p.m. If you are interested in participating in this after-school activity, please fill out the permission slip below, enclose the $5.00 lab fee, and return it to Miss Smeltzer by Tuesday, January 11th .
If you need to car pool with someone, please have your parent name the person(s) at the bottom of the permission slip (please no more than 2 others). Please note that Art Adventures is an after-school activity, therefore, buses will not be available.
Miss Smeltzer, Art Teacher
tsmeltze@ccsd66.org.

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My son/daughter_____________ , has my permission to participate in the Art Adventure

activity for January 2011.
My son/daughter’s classroom teacher is _________________
Please check one:
________I will arrange to have a ride home for my child.
________My child will go to BACC after Art Club

____________is the phone number I can be reached at while my child is at Art Adventures.

______________________Parent/Guardian Signature
****Please enclose your child’s $5.00 lab fee with this permission slip. Checks should be made out to Center Cass School District.

The Darien Woman’s Club Charity Fund, Inc.
Presents the Creative Youth Art Fair of 2011

(Please see Miss Smeltzer for an Entry Form)

Poetry will be added this year as a media choice for Grades 3-5, ONLY. All other media choices are open to all divisions.

All artwork/poetry must be the original work of the artist. No tracing, paint by numbers, or kits of any kind will be accepted.

Jan. 3-7, 2011

2010-12-17T13:03:00.000-08:00

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!!
January 3 Back to school.
Mystery Artist for January:
1. Born on December 12, 1863 this Norwegian artist faced many losses throughout his life including the deaths of his mother when he was 5, his closest sister when he was 14, his father when he was 26, and his younger brother when he was 32.
2. Using art to help him express his feelings, this Modern Expressionist used lines, colors, shapes and forms to show his innermost feelings of sadness, loneliness, anger, and suffering. Rather than painting what he saw in the world he painted how the world made him feel.
3. On August 22, 2004, two of this artist's works were stolen from an art museum in Norway. One of the works was his most famous piece, The Scream.

1st Grade: Monet Bridges
First graders will begin learning about the artist, Claude Monet and his Impressionistic style. We will begin creating their own bridge paintings based on the popular Japanese footbridge Monet painted several times.

2nd Grade: Prehistoric Rock Art
Students will be learning about the earliest days of Art. Students will have the opportunity to understand the environmental challenges of working with low light sources, handmade art tools from nature, and the use of symbols to create.

3rd Grade: Frank Lloyd Wright Mansions
We will begin discussing the architect Frank Lloyd Wright and create our own dream mansions. Students will be discussing architecture, design, facades, landscapes, and more!

4th Grade: M.C. Escher Hands and Aboriginal Art

5th Grade: Keith Haring Paintings and Fantasy Portraits

We will finish studying how to use symbols to communicate through Art. We will complete painting too! Finished classes will begin working on their own self-portraits.

December 13-17, 2010

2010-12-02T16:30:00.000-08:00

December 15 4th-5th Art Adventures
December 17 Winter break begins- Happy Holidays!

December Mystery Artist Clues:
1. Born in Paris, France on July 19, 1834, he was the son of a wealthy banker.
2. The French Impressionist painter was known as the master of creating the human figure in motion.
3. Later in life his eyesight failed thus turning his artwork and style into sculpture.

1st Grade: Monet Bridges and Nez Perce Woven Bags
Due to schedule changes and holidays, some classes will be putting the final touches on their Nez Perce' Woven Bags. Other first graders will begin learning about the artist, Claude Monet and his Impressionistic style. We will begin creating their own bridge paintings based on the popular Japanese footbridge Monet painted several times.

2nd Grade: Prehistoric Rock Art
Students will be learning about the earliest days of Art. Students will have the opportunity to understand the environmental challenges of working with low light sources, handmade art tools from nature, and the use of symbols to create.

3rd Grade: Japanese Landscapes
We will begin discussing the Japanese Culture and create Japanese Landscapes. Students will be discussing sumi-e painting and begin painting their own landscapes. Classes that are complete will have a day of Origami!

4th Grade: M.C. Escher Hands
We will continue discussing the artist M. C. Escher artworks and begin studying the art principle of value. Students will learn about Escher's style as well as begin shading their hands.

5th Grade: Keith Haring Paintings
Students will begin learning about the artist, Keith Haring. We will begin studying how to use symbols to communicate through Art. We will begin painting too!

Art Folder #6 ---We will work on together in class!
Art Folder #7 We will begin working on in class as it is involves our Keith Haring Projects.

Art Folder #8

Directions: Choose 1 word that you would like to illustrate, than explain the word in the way you draw it. See examples below for help. Please consider and use the necessary art elements....line, shape, COLOR, texture, space and form. Please color your work.

Nov. 29-Dec 3, 2010

2010-11-23T13:40:00.000-08:00

November 24-26 Happy Thanksgiving
Dec. 1 Prairieview Specials Conferences
Dec. 2. Elizabeth Ide Specials Conferences
Dec. 3 No School

What are you thankful for?
I am thankful for the opportunity to share my love of Art with the creative and imaginitive students of Center Cass School District 66!

November Mystery Artist Clues:
1. Born on April 15, 1452, in the small Italian town of Vinci.
2. He wrote backwards in his sketchbooks.
3. Not only was he considered a great artist, but he also was an architect, musician, sculptor, scientist, inventor, and mathematician.

1st Grade: Winter Wish and
2nd Grade: Winter Wonderland

Reserve Unit 863rd Engineer Battalion from Darien, Il were deployed to Afghanistan in October 2010. During First and Second grade classes this week, I will be reading to the students, The Soldier's Night Before Christmas. To encourage good citizenship and caring, First and Second grade students will be given the opportunity to create an artwork that will be sent to our troops. The first graders will be creating snowglobes with an image of their winter wish for our troops. The second graders will be creating winter landscapes/scenes to share a little bit of home with our troops. We are hoping to complete this in time for the troops to have a little home for the holidays.

3rd Grade: Japanese Landscapes
We will begin discussing the Japanese Culture and create Japanese Landscapes. Students will be discussing sumi-e painting and begin painting their own landscapes. Classes that are complete will have a day of Origami!

4th Grade: M.C. Escher Hands
We will continue discussing the artist M. C. Escher artworks and begin studying the art principle of value. Students will learn about Escher's style as well as begin shading their hands.

5th Grade: Keith Haring Paintings
Students will begin learning about the artist, Keith Haring. We will begin studying how to use symbols to communicate through Art. We will begin painting too!

Art Folder #6 ---We will work on together in class!
Art Folder #7 We will begin working on in class as it is involves our Keith Haring Projects, but some student may be being it home to finish.

Art Folder #8

November 22-26, 2010

2010-11-19T08:07:00.001-08:00

Recycle and help our school.....What Grand Idea!!!!

*Paper Recycling Fundraiser Comes to Prairieview: We are happy to announce we can now raise money for our district by recycling paper! You can help us out, too! Please collect any paper you are going to throw away or recycle (office and school paper, newspaper, magazines and catalogs, and construction paper---no cardboard!) and send it in with your child to school or drop it off at the green and yellow Paper Retriever bin in the Lakeview parking lot (near the fence by the Prairieview playground). The bin is available for drop offs 24/7. The more paper we recycle, the more money we can make! Do something good for our schools AND the environment! Thank you!

November 24-26 Happy Thanksgiving

What are you thankful for?
I am thankful for the opportunity to share my love of Art with the creative and imaginitive students of Center Cass School District 66!

November Mystery Artist Clues:
1. Born on April 15, 1452, in the small Italian town of Vinci.
2. He wrote backwards in his sketchbooks.
3. Not only was he considered a great artist, but he also was an architect, musician, sculptor, scientist, inventor, and mathematician.

1st Grade: Nez Perce Woven Bags
We will begin studying the Native American tribe called the Nez Perce and their fine work with cornhusk woven bags. Student will continue creating their own paper-woven bags. We will be focusing on patterns, colors used to decorate their bags, and filling our bags with vegetables.

2nd Grade: George Seurat
Students are learning about the artist George Seurat and his Pointillist style. We will then begin creating our own Pointillist Landscapes. We're painting in dots!!!

3rd Grade: Japanese Landscapes
We will begin discussing the Japanese Culture and create Japanese Landscapes. Students will be discussing sumi-e painting and begin painting their own landscapes.

4th Grade: M.C. Escher Hands
We will continue discussing the artist M. C. Escher artworks and begin studying the art principle of value. Students will learn about Escher's style as well as begin shading their hands.

5th Grade: Keith Haring Paintings
Students will begin learning about the artist, Keith Haring. We will begin studying how to use symbols to communicate through Art. We will begin painting too!

Art Folder #6 ---We will work on together in class!
Art Folder #7 We will begin working on in class as it is involves our Keith Haring Projects, but some student may be being it home to finish.

Art Folder #7

Directions: In the boxes below , please recreate your Keith Haring Sketch using primary colors, secondary colors, complementary colors, and monochromatic colors. Please use your Color Wheel worksheet we did together for help if necessary. The color wheel worksheet is a worksheet we did together in class.

Box 1- Primary Colors
Box 2- Secondary Colors
Box 3- Complementary Colors
Box 4- Monochromatic Colors

Monday November 15-19, 2010

2010-11-12T08:44:00.000-08:00

November 12 Trimester 1 ends
November 17 3rd Grade Art Adventures
November 24-28 Happy Thanksgiving

What are you thankful for?
I am thankful to have the opportunity to work with so many creative and enjoyable students~ thank you!!

November Mystery Artist Clues:
1. Born on April 15, 1452, in the small Italian town of Vinci.
2. He wrote backwards in his sketchbooks.
3. Not only was he considered a great artist, but he also was an architect, musician, sculptor, scientist, inventor, and mathematician.

1st Grade: Nez Perce Woven Bags
We will begin studying the Native American tribe called the Nez Perce and their fine work with cornhusk woven bags. Student will begin creating their own paper-woven bags. We will be focusing on patterns and colors used to decorate their bags.

2nd Grade: George Seurat
Students are learning about the artist George Seurat and his Pointillist style. We will then begin creating our own Pointillist Landscapes. We're painting in dots!!!

3rd Grade: Japanese Landscapes
We will begin discussing the Japanese Culture and create Japanese Landscapes. Students will be discussing sumi-e painting and begin painting their own landscapes.

4th Grade: M.C. Escher Hands
We will continue discussing the artist M. C. Escher artworks and begin studying the art principle of value. Students will learn about Escher's style as well as begin shading their hands.

5th Grade: Keith Haring Paintings
Students will begin learning about the artist, Keith Haring. We will begin studying how to use symbols to communicate through Art. We will begin painting too!

Art Folder #6 ---We will work on together in class!
Art Folder #7 We will begin working on in class as it is involves our Keith Haring Projects, but some student may be being it home to finish.

Art Folder #7

Box 1- Primary Colors
Box 2- Secondary Colors
Box 3- Complementary Colors
Box 4- Monochromatic Colors

Monday November 8-12, 2010

2010-11-08T09:19:00.000-08:00

November 10 3rd Grade Art Adventures
November 11 Veterans Day--Thank you Veterans!
November 17 3rd Grade Art Adventures

November Mystery Artist Clues:
1. Born on April 15, 1452, in the small Italian town of Vinci.
2. He wrote backwards in his sketchbooks.
3. Not only was he considered a great artist, but he also was an architect, musician, sculptor, scientist, inventor, and mathematician.

1st Grade: Nez Perce Woven Bags
We will begin studying the Native American tribe called the Nez Perce and their fine work with cornhusk woven bags. Student will begin creating their own paper-woven bags. We will be focusing on patterns and colors used to decorate their bags.

2nd Grade: George Seurat
Students are learning about the artist George Seurat and his Pointillist style. We will then begin creating our own Pointillist Landscapes. We're painting in dots!!!

3rd Grade: Japanese Landscapes
We will begin discussing the Japanese Culture and create Japanese Landscapes. Students will be using chalk pastels to create the colorful sky of their landscapes this week. Some classes will begin discussing sumi-e painting.

4th Grade: M.C. Escher Hands
Following our portraits we will begin discussing the artist M. C. Escher. Students will learn about Escher's style as well as begin drawing their hands.

5th Grade: Keith Haring Paintings
Students will begin learning about the artist, Keith Haring. We will begin studying how to use symbols to communicate through Art. We will begin painting too!

Art Folder #6 ---We will work on together in class!
Art Folder #7 will be the first assignment for Trimester #2

Monday November 1-5, 2010

2010-10-29T08:50:00.000-07:00

November 10 3rd Grade Art Adventures (See Permission Slip Below)
November 17 3rd Grade Art Adventures

November Mystery Artist Clues:
1. Born on April 15, 1452, in the small Italian town of Vinci.
2. He wrote backwards in his sketchbooks.
3. Not only was he considered a great artist, but he also was an architect, musician, sculptor, scientist, inventor, and mathematician.

1st Grade: Nez Perce Woven BagsWe will begin studying the Native American tribe called the Nez Perce and their fine work with cornhusk woven bags. Student will begin creating their own paper-woven bags. We will be focusing on the warp and weft strings of our weaving this week.

2nd Grade: George SeuratStudents are learning about the artist George Seurat and his Pointillist style. We will then begin creating our own Pointillist Landscapes. Once students complete outlining their project oil pastels, we'll begin painting in dots!!!

3rd Grade: Japanese LandscapesWe will begin discussing the Japanese Culture and create Japanese Landscapes. Students will be using charcoal to create the ground of their landscapes this week.

4th Grade: M.C. Escher HandsFollowing our portraits we will begin discussing the artist M. C. Escher. Students will learn about Escher's style as well as begin drawing their hands.

5th Grade: Keith Haring PaintingsStudents will complete their American Gothic parody projects and will begin learning about the artist, Keith Haring. We will begin studying how to use symbols to communicate through Art.

Art Folder #6 ---We will work on together in class!
Art Folder #7 will be the first assignment for Trimester #2

Art Adventures for 3rd Grade!!!
Dear Parents and 3rd Grade students,The Art Adventure Activity for the month of November will be available for 3rd grade students. The art activity and meeting times will be on Wednesday, November 10th and Wednesday November 17th. Please note that a maximum of 26 students will be permitted to participate in this activity. If the activity becomes full, your students permission slip and lab fee will be returned.The 3rd grade activity will be Autumn Designs. Students will have the opportunity to work with stencils, oil pastels, and water paints. Students who would like to participate will need to pay a $5.00 lab fee. The lab fee will cover the costs of materials students will be using during the Art Adventure activity.All Art Adventure activities will be at Prairieview School starting at 2:30p.m. and will end at 3:45p.m. If you are interested in participating in this after school activity, you will need to fill out the bottom of this form, enclose the $5.00 lab fee, and return it to Miss Smeltzer by 11/05/2010.If you need to car pool with someone, please have your parent name the person(s) at the bottom of the permission slip (please no more than 2 others). I look forward to having a lot of fun with you this year.Miss SmeltzerArt Teacher, (tsmeltze@ccsd66.org)________________________________________________________________________My son/daughter, _____________________________________, has mypermission to participate in the Art Club activities for November 2010.My son/daughter's classroom teacher isPlease check one:_______ I will arrange to have a ride home for my child._______ My child will go to BACC after Art Club._______________________________Parent/Guardian Signature****Please enclose your child’s $5.00 lab fee and photograph with this permission slip. Checks should be made out to Center Cass School District.

Monday October 25-29, 2010

2010-10-22T14:45:00.001-07:00

October 26 4th-5th Art Adventures
October 29 Halloween Parties
November 10 3rd Grade Art Adventures (See Permission Slip Below)
November 17 3rd Grade Art Adventures

October Mystery Artist Clues:
1. Born October 8, 1930 in Harlem, N.Y. this African American artist is known for her quilts and award-winning books. 2. Within her 'story quilts' she shares stories of her family memories, life struggles, growths, and her hope for the future.
3. Her quilts consist of paintings swen together with colorful pieces of fabric.4. Some of her most famous books include: Tar Beach, Dinner at Aunt Connie's House and Harriet's Underground Railroad in the Sky.

1st Grade: Nez Perce Woven Bags
We will begin studying the Native American tribe called the Nez Perce and their fine work with cornhusk woven bags. Student will begin creating their own paper-woven bags. We will be focusing on the warp and weft strings of our weaving this week.

2nd Grade: George Seurat
Students are learning about the artist George Seurat and his Pointillist style. We will then begin creating our own Pointillist Landscapes. Once students complete outlining their project oil pastels, we'll begin painting in dots!!!

3rd Grade: Japanese Landscapes
We will begin discussing the Japanese Culture and create Japanese Landscapes. Students will be using charcoal to create the ground of their landscapes this week.

4th Grade: M.C. Escher Hands
Following our portraits we will begin discussing the artist M. C. Escher. Students will learn about Escher's style as well as begin drawing their hands.

5th Grade: Keith Haring Paintings
Students will complete their American Gothic parody projects and will begin learning about the artist, Keith Haring. We will begin studying how to use symbols to communicate through Art.

Art Folder #6 ---to be announced soon!

Art Adventures
Dear Parents and 3rd Grade students,
The Art Adventure Activity for the month of November will be available for 3rd grade students. The art activity and meeting times will be on Wednesday, November 10th and Wednesday November 17th. Please note that a maximum of 26 students will be permitted to participate in this activity. If the activity becomes full, your students permission slip and lab fee will be returned.
The 3rd grade activity will be Autumn Designs. Students will have the opportunity to work with stencils, oil pastels, and water paints. Students who would like to participate will need to pay a $5.00 lab fee. The lab fee will cover the costs of materials students will be using during the Art Adventure activity.
All Art Adventure activities will be at Prairieview School starting at 2:30p.m. and will end at 3:45p.m. If you are interested in participating in this after school activity, you will need to fill out the bottom of this form, enclose the $5.00 lab fee, and return it to Miss Smeltzer by 11/05/2010.
If you need to car pool with someone, please have your parent name the person(s) at the bottom of the permission slip (please no more than 2 others). I look forward to having a lot of fun with you this year.
Miss Smeltzer
Art Teacher, (tsmeltze@ccsd66.org)
________________________________________________________________________
My son/daughter, _____________________________________, has my
permission to participate in the Art Club activities for November 2010.
My son/daughter's classroom teacher is
Please check one:
_______ I will arrange to have a ride home for my child.
_______ My child will go to BACC after Art Club.
_______________________________
Parent/Guardian Signature
****Please enclose your child’s $5.00 lab fee and photograph with this permission slip. Checks should be made out to Center Cass School District.

Monday, October 18-22, 2010

2010-10-15T14:58:00.000-07:00

October 19 4th-5th Art Adventures

October 20 Early Dismissal

October 26 4th-5th Art Adventures

October 29 Halloween Parties

October Mystery Artist Clues:

1. Born October 8, 1930 in Harlem, N.Y. this African American artist is known for her quilts and award-winning books.
2. Within her 'story quilts' she shares stories of her family memories, life struggles, growths, and her hope for the future.

3. Her quilts consist of paintings swen together with colorful pieces of fabric.
4. Some of her most famous books include: Tar Beach, Dinner at Aunt Connie's House and Harriet's Underground Railroad in the Sky.

1st Grade: Nez Perce Woven Bags

We will begin studying the Native American tribe called the Nez Perce and their fine work with cornhusk woven bags. Student will begin creating their own paper-woven bags.

2nd Grade: George Seurat

Students are learning about the artist George Seurat and his Pointillist style. We will then begin creating our own Pointillist Landscapes. Once students complete outlining their project oil pastels , we'll begin painting in dots!!!

3rd Grade: Japanese Landscapes

We will begin discussing the Japanese Culture and create Japanese Landscapes. Students will be discussing what a landscape is and how to use a horizon line in their landscapes.

4th Grade: M.C. Escher Hands

Following our portraits we will begin discussing the artist M. C. Escher. Students will learn about Escher's style as well as begin drawing their hands.

5th Grade: Keith Haring Paintings

Students will complete their American Gothic parody projects and will begin learning about the artist, Keith Haring. We will begin studying how to use symbols to communicate through Art.

Art Folder #5
Keith Haring is a Pop and Chalk-Graffiti Artist who uses symbols to illustrate (show) the emphasis or main idea in his work. According to Webster's Dictionary, a symbol is something that stands for or represents something else.
Your assignment is to create 5 symbols that represent the 5 words below. Create a sixth symbol for an extra point! Please draw and color your symbols in neatly.
**Take a look at Keith Haring's symbols on, http://www.haringkids.com/ for some ideas.***

5 Words--Happy, Angry, Science, Strong, and Play

Monday, October 11-15, 2010

2010-10-11T15:24:00.000-07:00

October 11 Happy Columbus Day!!!
October 12 Monday Schedule
October 19 4th-5th Art Adventures
October 26 4th-5th Art Adventures

October Mystery Artist Clues:
1. Born October 8, 1930 in Harlem, N.Y. this African American artist is known for her quilts and award-winning books.

2. Within her 'story quilts' she shares stories of her family memories, life struggles, growths, and her hope for the future.

3. Her quilts consist of paintings swen together with colorful pieces of fabric.

4. Some of her most famous books include: Tar Beach, Dinner at Aunt Connie's House and Harriet's Underground Railroad in the Sky.

1st Grade: Wild Thing Monsters and Nez Perce Woven Bags
We will finish learning about the illustrator Maurice Sendak and his book Where the Wild Things Are. Students will be putting on their final touches to their own wild thing using oil pastels. Next up, we will begin studying the Native American tribe called the Nez Perce and their fine work with cornhusk woven bags.

2nd Grade: George Seurat
Students are learning about the artist George Seurat and his Pointillist style. We will then begin creating our own Pointillist Landscapes and will outline them in oil pastels prior to painting in dots!!!

3rd Grade: Kaleidoscope Names and Japanese Landscapes
Students will attempt to finish coloring with their choice of markers and/or crayons. We will then begin discussing the Japanese Culture and create Japanese Landscapes.

4th Grade: Picasso Portraits and M.C. Escher Hands
Students are currently learning about Complementary Colors and putting the finishing touches into their Picasso projects. Following our portraits we will begin discussing the artist M. C. Escher.

5th Grade: American Gothic Parodies and Keith Haring Paintings
Students will complete their American Gothic parody projects and will begin learning about the artist, Keith Haring. We will begin studying how to use symbols to communicate through Art.

5th Grade Art Folders
Art Folder #4

We have learning and practicing how to 'Be Safe, Be Responsible, and Be Respectful' since the beginning of the school year. We have been earning paws for showing positive behavior in these areas.
Your assignment is to create a comic strip that follows the theme of Positive Behavior- Be Respectful, Be Responsible, and Be Safe. Your comic strip may use as many panels, (frames), to illustrate your idea of positive behavior. You may focus on all three “Be's” or just one in your comic strip. Your comic strip should show how someones uses positive behavior. Please color and label which “Be” you're showing. Remember, I only ask that you do YOUR best!

Monday Oct. 4-8, 2010

2010-10-01T14:12:00.000-07:00

October 5 4th-5th Art Adventures Begins
Plumbing Contest Artwork Due
October 19 4th-5th Art Adventures
October 26 4th-5th Art Adventures

1st Grade: Name Tags and Wild Thing Monsters
We Began learning about the illustrator Maurice Sendak and his book Where the Wild Things Are. Students will be putting on their final touches to their own wild thing using oil pastels.

2nd Grade: George Seurat
Students are learning about the artist George Seurat and his Pointillist style. We will then begin creating our own Pointillist Landscapes.

3rd Grade: Kaleidoscope Names
Students began discussing patterns and selecting color patterns that will best suit their Kaleidoscope designs. Students will attempt to finish coloring with their choice of markers and/or crayons.

4th Grade: Picasso Portraits
As we learn more about Pablo Picasso, the artist, and his Cubist style, we will also begin sketching our own Picasso Portraits. Students are currently learning about Complementary Colors and adding color into their projects.

5th Grade: American Gothic Parodies
Students will learn more about Grant Wood each week and his American Regionalist style. Students have begun and will continue to draw their own parody of American Gothic. Students will be able to select a mix media of materials to add color to their projects.

5th Grade Art Folders
Art Folder #3

Faith Ringgold is an African-American artist who uses her life experiences as well as her imagination to create unique story quilts. Her story quilts consist of colorful pieces of fabric sewn together to frame a painting she created on fabric. Using her sewing skills she learned from her mother and grandmother along with her background education in Art, Faith Ringgold shares her story quilts with others of all ages and cultures.

Your assignment is to create a story quild about you. Your quilt should illustrate (show) who you are...from your favorite places, people, food, games, colors, and hobbies to special events, family memories and more!

Be creative, use color and please write 2-3 sentences explaining your quilt.

Art Adventures
Dear 4th & 5th Grade Students and parents,
Art Adventure activities for the month of October, will be available for 4th & 5th grade students. The art activities and meeting times will be on, Tuesday October 5th , Tuesday October 19th, and Tuesday October 26th. Please note that a maximum of 26 students will be permitted to participate in this activity.
The 4th & 5th grade activity will be Still Life Paintings. Students will have the opportunity to work with various types of materials including: paint brushes, acrylic paints, canvas and art tools to create a still life. Students who would like to participate will need to pay a $5.00 lab fee. The lab fee will cover the costs of materials students will be using during the Art Adventure activity.
All Art Adventure's activities will be at Prairieview School starting at 2:30 p.m. and will end at 3:45 pm. If you are interested in participating in this after school activity, please fill out the permission slip below, enclose the $5.00 lab fee, and return it to Miss Smeltzer by Monday October 4th , 2010.
If you need to car pool with someone, please have your parent name the person(s) at the bottom of the permission slip (please no more than 2 others). Please note that Art Adventures is an after-school activity, therefore, buses will not be available.
Miss Smeltzer, Art Teacher
tsmeltze@ccsd66
________________________________________________________________
My son/daughter__________________________________, has my permission to participate in the Art Adventure activity for October 2010.
My son/daughter's classroom teacher is .
Please check one:
__________ I will arrange to have a ride home for my child.
__________ My child will go to BACC after Art Club.
________________________________________
Parent/Guardian Signature
****Please enclose your child’s $5.00 lab fee with this permission slip. Checks should be made out to Center Cass School District.

Monday September 27- October 1, 2010

2010-09-24T11:04:00.000-07:00

1st Grade: Name Tags and Wild Thing Monsters
We Began learning about the illustrator Maurice Sendak and his book Where the Wild Things Are. Students will begin creating their own wild thing using oil pastels.

2nd Grade: The Dot and George Seurat
Students experienced Peter H. Reynolds's story The Dot and how to create a master piece out of a mistake. Once completed, students will learn about the artist George Seurat and his Pointillist style. We will then begin creating our own Pointillist Landscapes.

3rd Grade: Kaleidoscope Names
Students began discussing patterns and selecting color patterns that will best suit their Kaleidoscope designs. Students will begin coloring with their choice of markers and/or crayons.

4th Grade: Picasso Portraits
As we learn more about Pablo Picasso, the artist, and his Cubist style, we will also begin sketching our own Picasso Portraits. Students are currently learning about Complementary Colors and adding color into their projects.

5th Grade: American Gothic Parodies
Students will learn more about Grant Wood each week and his American Regionalist style. Students have begun and will continue to draw their own parody of American Gothic. Students will be able to select a mix media of materials to add color to their projects.

5th Grade Art Folders

Art Folder #2

Directions: Complete the activity below. You are welcome to create your assignment in any art medium, (marker, crayon, colored pencil, etc.). Please use color and consider size and space of your design.

According to Webster's Dictionary, a flag is typically a rectangular piece of cloth marked with distinctive colors or designs. A flag is used as a symbol of a nation or organization. Your assignment is to design a flag to represent our school. This flag should be a symbol of who we are as a school and what we are proud of.

Monday Sept. 20-24, 2010

2010-09-17T07:39:00.000-07:00

1st Grade: Name Tags and Wild Thing Monsters
We will begin learning about the illustrator Maurice Sendak and his book Where the Wild Things Are. Students will begin creating their own wild thing using oil pastels.

2nd Grade: The Dot and George Seurat
Students will learn about Peter H. Reynolds's story The Dot and how to create a master piece out of a mistake. Once completed, students will learn about the artist George Seurat and his Pointillist style. We will then begin creating our own Pointillist Landscapes.

3rd Grade: Kaleidoscope Names
Students will outline their Kaleidoscope designs in markers. We will begin discussing patterns and selecting color patterns that will best suit our projects. Students will begin coloring with their choice of markers and/or crayons.

4th Grade: Picasso Portraits
As we learn more about Pablo Picasso, the artist, and his Cubist style, we will also begin sketching our own Picasso Portraits. We will discuss Organic (free form) and geometric shapes and lines while creating our portraits.

5th Grade: American Gothic Parodies
Students will learn more about Grant Wood each week and his American Regionalist style. Students have began and will continue to draw their own parody of American Gothic. Students will be able to select a mix media of materials to add color to their projects.

5th Grade Art Folders Beginning the week of Sept. 20th, 5th grade students will begin receiving Art Folder Assignments to be turned in each week at their Art time. Art Folder assignments are worth 5 points each. Each assignment is to encourage higher level thinking skills and while providing a creative outlet for students. Please make sure your student has a folder dedicated to Art to bring to class each week.Please contact me with any questions and/or concerns.

Art Folder #1
Directions: Answer the question(s) below in 3 COMPLETE SENTENCES.
Jackson Pollock was renowned for his unconventional painting methods. He placed his canvas on the floor and dripped, poured, and threw his paint at it, resulting in pictures that often remind viewers of childlike scribbles. Pollock’s style of action painting is known as Abstract Expressionism.

What was the first work of art you remember creating? How did you make it?

Monday Sept. 13-17, 2010

2010-09-10T13:17:00.000-07:00

1st Grade: Name Tags and Wild Thing Monsters

We will begin learning about the illustrator Maurice Sendak and his book Where the Wild Things Are. Students will begin creating their own wild thing using oil pastels.

2nd Grade: The Dot

Students will come into class and create dots. Then we will learn about Peter H. Reynolds's story The Dot and how to create a master piece out of a mistake.

3rd Grade: Kaleidoscope Names

Students will outline their Kaleidoscope designs in markers. We will begin discussing patterns and selecting color patterns that will best suit our projects. Students will begin coloring with their choice of markers and/or crayons.

4th Grade: Picasso Portraits

As we learn more about Pablo Picasso, the artist, and his Cubist style, we will also begin sketching our own Picasso Portraits. We will discuss Organic (free form) and geometric shapes and lines while creating our portraits.

5th Grade: American Gothic Parodies

Students will learn more about Grant Wood each week and his American Regionalist style. Students have began and will continue to draw their own parody of American Gothic. Students will be able to select a mix media of materials to add color to their projects.

5th Grade Art Folders

Beginning the week of Sept. 20th, 5th grade students will begin receiving Art Folder Assignments to be turned in each week at their Art time. Art Folder assignments are worth 5 points each. Each assignment is to encourage higher level thinking skills and while providing a creative outlet for students. Please make sure your student has a folder dedicated to Art to bring to class each week.

Please contact me with any questions and/or concerns. tsmeltze@ccsd66.org.

Mystery Artist Clues for September:

1. Born August 21, 1961 this marine biology teacher sketched a popular square cartoon in 1984.

2. In 1987, he left teaching to pursue a dream career in animation.

3. While attending animation school at the California Institute of the Arts, he earned a job on a children's television show called Mother Goose and Grimes.

4. This energetic and optimistic sea creature debuted in July 1999 on Nickelodeon.

Monday Sept. 6-Sept. 10, 2010

2010-08-27T12:59:00.000-07:00

Happy Labor Day!

1st Grade: Name Tags and Wild Thing Monsters

As an introduction into the Art Room, students will create name tags to learn about directions in folding paper and seeing their creativity in decorating their names independently. Then we will begin learning about the illustrator Maurice Sendak and his book Where the Wild Things Are.

2nd Grade: The Dot

Students will come into class and create dots. Then we will learn about Peter H. Reynolds's story The Dot and how to create a master piece out of a mistake.

3rd Grade: Defining 'Art' and Kaleidoscope Names

Students will or have written one word that they would use to define Art. We will use this word and enter it into www.wordle.net to create a unique class collage of text.

Following this activity, we will begin folding large squares of paper to begin our Kaleidoscope designs.

4th Grade: Picasso Portraits

Students will begin their until on Picasso Portraits by experimenting on a website inspired by a combination of Mr. Potato Head and Picasso's Cubism, www.picassohead.com.

Following this activity we will learn more about Pablo Picasso the artist and his Cubist style.

5th Grade: American Gothic Parodies

To begin this unit, students will start out with a creative writing exercise based on the observation of Grant Wood's Painting, American Gothic. Then students will learn more about Grant Wood, his American Regionalist style and how to create their own parody.

Mystery Artist Clues for September:

1. Born August 21, 1961 this marine biology teacher sketched a popular square cartoon in 1984.

2. In 1987, he left teaching to pursue a dream career in animation.

3. While attending animation school at the California Institute of the Arts, he earned a job on a children's television show called Mother Goose and Grimes.

4. This energetic and optimistic sea creature debuted in July 1999 on Nickelodeon.

May 24-28, 2010

2010-05-23T20:30:00.000-07:00

1st Grade- Vincent van Gogh: We are learning about the artist Vincent van Gogh and his paintings including Starry Night and Sunflowers. We will be combining painting techniques and finishing our own Starry Sunflowers.

2nd Grade- Pinch Pots: Students will be painting their clay pinch pots!!

3rd Grade- Egyptian Sphinx reliefs: Students are finishing their 'Sphinx on Parade' with a bit of paint!

4th Grade- Guatemalan Weaving and Printmaking : Students will finish weaving and use slip knots to tye off their weavings!

5th Grade- One point perspective and Plaster Masks: Students will finish painting their masks and use any extra time to work on their perspective projects.

May 17-21, 2010

2010-05-14T14:43:00.000-07:00

2nd Grade- Pinch Pots: Students will be working with clay!!

3rd Grade- Egyptian Sphinx reliefs: We will begin and continue learning about Egyptian art. Students are learning about Egypt in their classrooms and we are going to carry that on in the Art room too! Students will be using clay to create their own relief of a Sphinx with 'Sphinx on Parade'!

4th Grade- Guatemalan Weaving and Printmaking : Students will continue studying Guatemala and their textile art. Students are warping thier looms and learning the weaving technique of tabby, basket weave, irregular basket weave, pull-ups and soumak. When they are not weaving, students will be learning about the printmaking process.

5th Grade- One point perspective and Plaster Masks: Students will continue learning how to create block letters and the basic elements of one point perspective. We will begin learning about Cultural Masks and the mask making process involving plaster gauze.

***If you have a student that has allergies or might be sensitive to the dust created by the plaster gauze, please let me know and we will find another medium to work with in a different area.

May 10-14, 2010

2010-05-08T19:10:00.000-07:00

May 14- Early Dismissal

2nd Grade- Gyotaku Fish Printing: We will begin exploring Japanese Gyotaku Fish Printing. Students will be printing with rubber fish.

***If you have a student that has allergies or might be sensitive to the dust created by the plaster gauze, please let me know and we will find another medium to work with in a different area.

!!!!!!!!LAST ART FOLDER!!!!!!!

Art Folder 20:

Mask making is a popular art form created by various cultures for many different purposes. Some masks are meant to be worn while others are used for decorative purposes. In some cultures masks are worn for special ceremonies, celebrations and dances. A mask is also used by many cultures to hide the wearer's identity from evil or to scare away ghosts. Other cultures use masks for functional, or useful purposes like firefighters wear masks for oxygen.

Your assignment is to design a mask based on your culture or cultural background. Think about the colors, shaping, and purpose of your mask. Please explain your mask.

May 3-7, 2010

2010-04-30T07:26:00.000-07:00

2nd Grade- Gyotaku Fish Printing: We will begin exploring Japanese Gyotaku Fish Printing. Students will be printing with rubber fish.

***If you have a student that has allergies or might be sensitive to the dust created by the plaster gauze, please let me know and we will find another medium to work with in a different area.

!!!!!!!!LAST ART FOLDER!!!!!!!

Art Folder 20:

Your assignment is to design a mask based on your culture or cultural background. Think about the colors, shaping, and purpose of your mask. Please explain your mask.

April 26-30, 2010

2010-04-23T14:22:00.000-07:00

April 28- 4th/5th Art Adventures

April 29- Ide Open House

Check out the Matisse exhibition at the Art Institute!

2nd Grade- Faith Ringgold Story Quilts and Gyotaku Fish Printing: We will finish learning about the African American female artist, Faith Ringgold. We will begin exploring Japanese Gyotaku Fish Printing.

***If you have a student that has allergies or might be sensitive to the dust created by the plaster gauze, please let me know and we will find another medium to work with in a different area.

Art Folder 20:

Your assignment is to design a mask based on your culture or cultural background. Think about the colors, shaping, and purpose of your mask. Please explain your mask.

April 19-23, 2010

2010-04-16T09:19:00.000-07:00

April 24- 4th/5th Art Adventures

April 28- 4th/5th Art Adventures

April 29- Ide Open House

Check out the Matisse exhibition at the Art Institute!

1st Grade- Modern Mona Lisa and Vincent van Gogh: We will complete our unit about the artist Leonardo Da Vinci and his famous painting, Mona Lisa. We will continue to add in color to our portraits. Some classes will be learning about the artist Vincent van Gogh and his vibrant sunflowers!
2nd Grade- Faith Ringgold Story Quilts: We continue learning about the African American female artist, Faith Ringgold. We will explore her experience with her story quilts!

5th Grade- One point perspective: Students will be learning how to create block letters and the basic elements of one point perspective.

Art Folder 19:

The loneliness of urban life was a subject explored by Edward Hopper. His Night Cafe' is a stark vision of an all-night diner on a city corner. Hopper's images all came from his imagination; none were actual locations.

Invent an imaginary place in a city where you would like to spend an evening. What is that place like?

April 12-16, 2010

2010-04-11T19:52:00.000-07:00

April 15- Open House at PV

Leonardo Da Vinci's birthday
April 24- 4th/5th Art Adventures

April 28- 4th/5th Art Adventures

Check out the Matisse exhibition at the Art Institute!

1st Grade- Modern Mona Lisa: We will complete our unit about the artist Leonardo Da Vinci and his famous painting, Mona Lisa. We will continue to add in color to our portraits.

2nd Grade- Faith Ringgold Story Quilts: We continue learning about the African American female artist, Faith Ringgold. We will explore her experience with her story quilts!

3rd Grade- Matisse Goldfish: We will complete our project about Henri Matisse and his Goldfish painting. Students will finish coloring and creating collage.

4th Grade- Guatemalan Weaving : Students will begin studying Guatemala and their textile art. Students are warping thier looms and learning the weaving technique of tabby, basket weave, irregular basket weave, pull-ups and soumak.

5th Grade- One point perspective: Students will be learning how to create block letters and the basic elements of one point perspective.

Art Folder: Last week April 5-7, classes were assigned a block lettering worksheet to practice the alphabet in block letters worth 26 points.

Art Folder 18:

Your assignment is to design a postcard for the upcoming 2016 Summer Olympic Games. Your design can focus on the events, athletes, countries and cultures involved. Please use color.

April 5-9, 2010

2010-03-26T13:59:00.000-07:00

March 26 Spring Break Begins!!!!

1st Grade- Modern Mona Lisa: We will begin learning about the artist Leonardo Da Vinci and his famous painting, Mona Lisa. We will continue to add in color to our portraits.

2nd Grade- Faith Ringgold Story Quilts: We begin learning about the African American female artist, Faith Ringgold. We will explore her experience with her story quilts!

3rd Grade- Matisse Goldfish: We will begin learning about Henri Matisse and his Goldfish painting. Students will finishb painting their own Goldfish painting and begin collaging their fish.

4th Grade- Guatemalan Weaving : Students will begin studying Guatemala and their textile art. Students are warping thier looms and learning the weaving technique of tabby, basket weave, irregular basket weave, pull-ups and soumak.

5th Grade- Fantastic Portraits: Students will be learning about the artist Leonardo DaVinci and his theories of an Ideal Face. Students will use those theories to create their own self portrait with an animal twist!

Art Folder: All 5th graders are Art Folder Homework Free for Spring Break unless they have late work!

March 15-19, 2010

2010-03-15T18:47:00.000-07:00

March 8-12 Parent-teacher conference week
March 12 No school
March 17 Art Adventures 3rd grade
Happy St. Patrick's Day
March 23 Art Adventures 3rd grade
March 24 Art Adventures 3rd grade
March 26 Spring Break Begins

1st Grade- Modern Mona Lisa: We will begin learning about the artist Leonardo Da Vinci and his famous painting, Mona Lisa. We will continue by sketching the face.

2nd Grade- Faith Ringgold Story Quilts: We begin learning about the African American female artist, Faith Ringgold. We will explore her experience with her story quilts!

3rd Grade- Matisse Goldfish: We will begin learning about Henri Matisse and his Goldfish painting. Students will begin painting their own Goldfish painting.

4th Grade- Guatemalan Weaving : Students will begin studying Guatemala and their textile art. Students are warping thier looms and learning the weaving technique of tabby.

5th Grade-DaVinci 's Zoomorphic self portraits:Students will be learning about the artist Leonardo DaVinci and his theories of an Ideal Face. Students will use those theories to create their own self portrait with an animal twist!

Art Folder 17:

Directions: Complete the following questions below in at least 3 complete sentences.

Michelangelo Buonarroti said he painted his masterpiece "with his beard turned up to heaven."
From 1508 to 1512, he spent almost every day 60 feet up in ther air with his head bent backward, painting Old Testament scenes on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel at the Vatican.

What are the most challenging working conditions you have ever had? What was your job? What did you accomplish?

March 8-12, 2010

2010-03-05T12:59:00.000-08:00

March 8-12 Parent-teacher conference week
March 12 No school
March 17 Art Adventures 3rd grade
Happy St. Patrick's Day
March 23 Art Adventures 3rd grade
March 24 Art Adventures 3rd grade
March 26 Spring Break Begins

1st Grade- Modern Mona Lisa: We will begin learning about the artist Leonardo Da Vinci and his famous painting, Mona Lisa. We will continue by sketching the face.

2nd Grade- Kandinsky Colors: We begin learning about Wassily Kandinsky. We will explore texture and neutral colors!

3rd Grade- Matisse Goldfish: We will begin learning about Henri Matisse and his Goldfish painting. Students will begin painting their own Goldfish painting.

4th Grade- Guatemalan Weaving : Students will begin studying Guatemala and their textile art. Students are warping thier looms and learning the weaving technique of tabby.

5th Grade-DaVinci 's Zoomorphic self portraits:Students will be learning about the artist Leonardo DaVinci and his theories of an Ideal Face. Students will use those theories to create their own self portrait with an animal twist!

Art Folder 16

A still life is a painting or drawing of a group of objects created by the artist according to a theme. A still life is usually set indoors and contains at least one man-made object. For example, the table on which the group of objects are arranged or in a floral still life the base holding the flowers.
Your assignment is to select at least 3 objects, arrange them, and create a still life drawing. Your still life should include textures and details...shading is encouraged.

March 1-5, 2010

2010-03-02T14:32:00.000-08:00

March 1 Casimir Pulaski Day- No School

1st Grade- Modern Mona Lisa: We will begin learning about the artist Leonardo Da Vinci and his famous painting, Mona Lisa. We will start by sketching the face.

2nd Grade- Kandinsky Colors: We begin learning about Wassily Kandinsky. We will explore geometric shapes and primary colors. Next we will learn about organic shapes and secondary colors!

3rd Grade- Matisse Goldfish: We will begin learning about Henri Matisse and his Goldfish painting. Students will begin sketching their own Goldfish painting.

4th Grade- Guatemalan Weaving : We will finish creating our own Aboriginal creatures using story art or x-ray art. Students will begin studying Guatemala and their textile art.

5th Grade-DaVinci 's Zoomorphic self portraits:Students will be learning about the artist Leonardo DaVinci and his theories of an Ideal Face. Students will use those theories to create their own self portrait with an animal twist!

Art Folder 15 will be the last Art Folder of Trimester 2. This will give fifth grade students a few extra minutes of class time to dedicate towards their projects...Open House is not far away!!

February 22-26, 2010

2010-02-19T19:26:00.000-08:00

February 24 Art Adventures

1st Grade- Modern Mona Lisa: We will begin learning about the artist Leonardo Da Vinci and his famous painting, Mona Lisa. We will start by sketching the face.

2nd Grade- Kandinsky Colors: We begin learning about Wassily Kandinsky. We will explore geometric shapes and primary colors. Next we will learn about organic shapes and secondary colors!

3rd Grade- Matisse Goldfish: We will begin learning about Henri Matisse and his Goldfish painting. Students will begin sketching their own Goldfish painting.

4th Grade- Guatemalan Weaving : We will finish creating our own Aboriginal creatures using story art or x-ray art. Students will begin studying Guatemala and their textile art.

5th Grade-DaVinci 's Zoomorphic self portraits:Students will be learning about the artist Leonardo DaVinci and his theories of an Ideal Face. Students will use those theories to create their own self portrait with an animal twist!

Art Folder 15 will be the last Art Folder of Trimester 2. This will give fifth grade students a few extra minutes of class time to dedicate towards their projects...Open House is not far away!!

February 15-19, 2010

2010-02-12T08:57:00.000-08:00

February 14 Valentines Day
February 15 Presidents Day-No School
February 17 Art Adventures- 4th/5th
February 19 Metra Poster contest due to Miss Smeltzer
February 24 Art Adventures

1st Grade- Action Jackson: We will begin learning about the artist Jackson Pollack. We will start by painting with string, pipettes, brayers, and more!

2nd Grade- Kandinsky Colors: We begin learning about Wassily Kandinsky. We will explore geometric shapes and primary colors. Next we will learn about organic shapes and secondary colors!

3rd Grade- Matisse Goldfish: We will begin learning about Henri Matisse and his Goldfish painting. Students will begin sketching their own Goldfish painting.

4th Grade- Aboriginal Art: We will be creating our own Aboriginal creatures using story art or x-ray art. Students will be finishing their images with dot and line patterns of paint. Students will write a 5 sentence paragraph about their work.

5th Grade-DaVinci 's Zoomorphic self portraits:Students will be learning about the artist Leonardo DaVinci and his theories of an Ideal Face. Students will use those theories to create their own self portrait with an animal twist!

Art Folder 15 will be the last Art Folder of Trimester 2. This will give fifth grade students a few extra minutes of class time to dedicate towards their projects...Open House is not far away!!

Art Folder 15
Complete the questions below in 3 complete sentences!
One of the world's most famous paintings is Mona Lisa by the versatile Italian artist and scientist Leaonardo da Vinci. Her mysterious half smile has intrigued viewers for generations. Some believe she is Lisa La Gioconda, a banker's wife. The artist was so attached to this work that he kept it all his life.Whose smile would you like to preserve in a portrait? Why?

February 8-12,2010

2010-02-05T12:28:00.000-08:00

February 12 4th/5th Art Adventure Permission slips due
February 17 Art Adventures -4th/5th
February 14 Valentines Day
February 15 Presidents Day-No School
February 19 Metra Poster contest due to Miss Smeltzer
February 27 Art Adventures

1st Grade- Action Jackson: We will begin learning about the artist Jackson Pollack. We will start by painting with string, pipettes, brayers, and more!

2nd Grade- Kandinsky Colors: We begin learning about Wassily Kandinsky. We will explore geometric shapes and primary colors. Next we will learn about organic shapes and secondary colors!

3rd Grade- Wright Mansions and Matisse Goldfish: We will continue learning about architecture and local artist Frank Lloyd Wright! Students will finish creating their own facades of their dream mansion. We will begin learning about Henri Matisse and his Goldfish painting.

4th Grade- Aboriginal Art: We will be creating our own Aboriginal creatures using story art or x-ray art. Students will begin collaging their images.

5th Grade-DaVinci 's Zoomorphic self portraits:Students will be learning about the artist Leonardo DaVinci and his theories of an Ideal Face. Students will use those theories to create their own self portrait with an animal twist!

Art Folder 15
Complete the questions below in 3 complete sentences!

One of the world's most famous paintings is Mona Lisa by the versatile Italian artist and scientist Leaonardo da Vinci. Her mysterious half smile has intrigued viewers for generations. Some believe she is Lisa La Gioconda, a banker's wife. The artist was so attached to this work that he kept it all his life.
Whose smile would you like to preserve in a portrait? Why?

February 1-5, 2010

2010-01-29T11:11:00.000-08:00

February 2 Teacher Institute Day- No School
February 19 Metra Poster contest due to Miss Smeltzer

1st Grade- Action Jackson: We will begin learning about the artist Jackson Pollack. We will start by painting with string!

2nd Grade- Kandinsky Colors: We begin learning about Wassily Kandinsky. We will explore geometric shapes and primary colors.

3rd Grade- Wright Mansions: We will continue learning about architecture and local artist Frank Lloyd Wright! Students will begin creating their own facades of their dream mansion.

4th Grade- Aboriginal Art: We will be creating our own Aboriginal creatures using story art or x-ray art. Students will begin collaging their images.

5th Grade-DaVinci 's Zoomorphic self portraits:Students will be learning about the artist Leonardo DaVinci and his theories of an Ideal Face. Students will use those theories to create their own self portrait with an animal twist!

Art Folder 13Directions: Answer the questions below in at least 3 complete sentences.Some works of ar are inspired by literature. A sculpture of a mermaid sunning herself on a rock was inspired by Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale. The statue was created in 1913 by Edvard Eriksen for Copenhagen harbor in Denmark.
If you could create a work of art based on a favorite book or story, what literary work would be your inspiration?

Art Folder 14Cubism is a style of art in which the artist breaks the rules of realistic art by using flat shapes and showing more than on perspective (point of view) at the same time in their work.Collage is the art technique of pasting a variety of materials to a background. Pablo Picasso used the technique over eighty years ago.
Directions: Your assignment is to select a photograph (newspaper, magazine, old photo, etc.) and turn it into a Cubist composition. Using scissors, cut the photograph into pieces, (Be careful not to make them too small!). Once you have cut the photograph into pieces, rearrange the pieces and paste the picture together in a new order.
!!!!Please ask the owner of the photo before you cut it out!!!!

Monday January 25-29, 2010

2010-01-26T08:54:00.000-08:00

January 27- 3rd Grade Art Adventures
January 31 Darien Woman's Club- Creative Youth Art Fair (see below for information)Mystery Artist Slips due

January Mystery Artist

1. Born in Minneapolis on November 26, 1922, this artist knew as early as Kindergarten that he wanted to be a cartoonist.

2. In 1949, he submitted some of his comic strips called "Li'l Folks," but the publishers insisted on calling them "Peanuts" since "Li'l Folks" was too similar to another comic strip. The artist was very upset about it's new title.

3. On October 2, 1950 this nutty comic made its debuts in seven newspapers. The comic strips told the story and challenges of a wishy-washy boy, his beagle, and neighborhood friends. Many of the challenges and failures of the characters were inspired by the artist's actual life.

1st Grade- Monet Bridges and Action Jackson: We will continue learning about Impressionist Artist, Claude Monet. Students will are finishing with painting like an Impressionist. We will begin learning about the artist Jackson Pollack.

2nd Grade- Legs of Degas and Kandinsky Colors: Students will continue learning about the artist, Edgar Degas and his French Impressionist style. Students will finish painting! We begin learning about Wassily Kandinsky.

3rd Grade- Wright Mansions: We will continue learning about architecture and local artist Frank Lloyd Wright! Students will begin creating their own facades of their dream mansion.

4th Grade- Aboriginal Art: We will be creating our own Aboriginal creatures using story art or x-ray art. Students will begin collaging their images.

5th Grade-Pop Art Painting and DaVinci 's Zoomorphic self portraits:Students will be learning about the artist Leonardo DaVinci and his theories of an Ideal Face. Students will use those theories to create their own self portrait with an animal twist!

Art Folder 13
Directions: Answer the questions below in at least 3 complete sentences.Some works of ar are inspired by literature. A sculpture of a mermaid sunning herself on a rock was inspired by Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale. The statue was created in 1913 by Edvard Eriksen for Copenhagen harbor in Denmark.

If you could create a work of art based on a favorite book or story, what literary work would be your inspiration?

Art Folder 14

Cubism is a style of art in which the artist breaks the rules of realistic art by using flat shapes and showing more than on perspective (point of view) at the same time in their work.
Collage is the art technique of pasting a variety of materials to a background. Pablo Picasso used the technique over eighty years ago.

Directions: Your assignment is to select a photograph (newspaper, magazine, old photo, etc.) and turn it into a Cubist composition. Using scissors, cut the photograph into pieces, (Be careful not to make them too small!). Once you have cut the photograph into pieces, rearrange the pieces and paste the picture together in a new order.

!!!!Please ask the owner of the photo before you cut it out!!!!

Darien Woman’s Club Charity Fund, Inc.Presents the Creative Youth Art Fair of 2010The Creative Youth Art Fair is an exhibition of paintings, drawings, and sculptures created by the youth of the Darien area that is sponsored by the Darien Woman’s Club Charity Fund, Inc. The exhibition will be held at Eisenhower Junior High School, 1410 75th Street, Darien, IL, on Sunday, January 31, 2010 from 2:00 to 3:30 PM. Prizes and awards will be presented at 3:15pm. To enter the Art Fair: 1) Complete the Registration Form below and return as instructed below by January 21st and 2) Read all of the Rules and Regulations below before completing the Registration Form. Additional forms are available at the Indian Prairie Library lobby information display and on the DWC web page at http://www.darienwomansclub.org/.Rules and Regulations1.Darien area youth age 4 years old through twelfth grade are eligible to enter by filling out a Registration Form and returning it to Heidi Ramirez, 1613 Heather Lane, Darien, IL 60561 (630 985-3813) postmarked by January 14th, or by dropping it off at the Indian Prairie Library in the drop box located in the lobby by January 21st before closing. EACH PIECE OF ARTWORK MUST BE PRE-REGISTERED, NO LATE ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED. While every care is taken with the artwork submitted for display, DWC takes no responsibility for lost or damaged artwork. Total number of entries will be limited to 650 on a first-come-first-served basis.2.Pre-registered artwork will be accepted only on Friday January 29th between 4:30 and 6.30pm. Artwork should be brought to the Eisenhower Junior High School Commons Room. Absolutely no exhibits may be removed before the end of the show. All exhibits must be claimed on Sunday, January 31st at 3:30 PM.3.Each individual may enter no more than two pieces of artwork in the show. Exhibitors may enter in the media(s) of their choice.4.All artwork must be the original work of the artist. No tracing, paint by numbers, or kits of any kind will be accepted.5.Paintings and drawings must be no larger than 24” by 36” including mount, matte or frame without glass. Entries MUST be mounted on construction paper, matted or framed (without glass). Artwork in frames with glass will NOT be accepted. Sculptures must be no larger than 18”x18”x20”. No mobiles will be accepted.6.Each piece of artwork must have the entry label affixed to the front (see entry label below). The back of the artwork must also be labeled with the exhibitor’s name and telephone number.7.An independent panel of judges will evaluate each piece of artwork. A point system will be used to evaluate originality, design, use of color and shading, line and texture, and workmanship. A special award will be presented to the overall winner in each division as well as in the Photography/Computer Generated media category. Division winners will be informed on Saturday, January 30th. Artwork of Division winners and selected entrants will be displayed at the Indian Prairie Library during the months of February and March.DivisionsMedia ChoiceDivision I - 4 yrs to KindergartenA – Crayon, Marker, Colored Pencils, Chalk, and/or Oil PastelsDivision II - 1st to 2nd GradesDivision III - 3rd to 4th GradesB – Paint (Water/Tempura/Acrylic/Oil)C – Black/White/Gray ArtDivision IV - 5th to 6th GradesD – Mixed MediaDivision V - 7th to 8th GradesE – Sculpture (Freestanding: 18x18x20 in. max)Division VI - High SchoolF – Photography/Computer GeneratedRegistration Form 2010Number of Entries (max 2)__________________Student NameAddress_______________________________________PhoneSchool Grade:Entry 1 Entry 2 (if applicable)Division: _______ Division:Media: _______ Media: ______Please PRINT NEATLY and return this portion as instructed above.ENTRY LABEL(AFFIX TO FRONT OF ART WORK)Division: Media Choice:Student NameSchool Grade:Title of Artwork(Label back of artwork with name and telephone number.)ENTRY LABEL(AFFIX TO FRONT OF ART WORK)Division: Media Choice:Student NameSchool Grade:Title of Artwork(Label back of artwork with name and telephone number.)

Monday, January 18-22, 2010

2010-01-15T07:33:00.000-08:00

January 21 Registration due for Darien Woman's Club- Creative Youth Art Fair January 27- 3rd Grade Art AdventuresJanuary 31 Darien Woman's Club- Creative
Youth Art Fair (see below for information)Mystery Artist Slips due

January Mystery Artist

1. Born in Minneapolis on November 26, 1922, this artist knew as early as Kindergarten that he wanted to be a cartoonist.

1st Grade- Monet Bridges: We will continue learning about Impressionist Artist, Claude Monet. Students will begin building their own bridges based on Claude Monets ever popular Japanese footbridge. Students will are finishing with oil pastels and begin painting like an Impressionist.
2nd Grade- Legs of Degas: Students will continue learning about the artist, Edgar Degas and his French Impressionist style. We will begin creating our own 'Legs of Degas'. Students will finish coloring their legs and begin painting!

3rd Grade- Wright Mansions: We will continue learning about architecture and local artist Frank Lloyd Wright! Students will begin creating their own facades of their dream mansion.

4th Grade- Aboriginal Art: We will be creating our own Aboriginal creatures using story art or x-ray art. Students will begin collaging their images.

5th Grade-Pop Art Painting and DaVinci 's Zoomorphic self portraits:
Students will be learning about the artist Leonardo DaVinci and his theories of an Ideal Face. Students will use those theories to create their own self portrait with an animal twist!

Art Folder 12
Lincoln, Washington, Roosevelt, Jefferson, Jackson, and Grant, what do these names have in common? Each of these men helped guide our country to where it si today. You might know these men better by their faces, which appear on pennies, nickels, dimes, quarters, and other coins and bills we use everyday. These men are our past Presidents. In February, we celebrate President's Day, this is a day for us to remember these men and their accomplishments.

Your assignment is to create a coin or bill celebrating one of our many Presidents, a heroic American citizen, an American landmark or symbol that you feel would best represent our country. Please label the person, place, or idea behind your coin or bill and show both sides.

Art Folder 13
Directions: Answer the questions below in at least 3 complete sentences.
Some works of ar are inspired by literature. A sculpture of a mermaid sunning herself on a rock was inspired by Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale. The statue was created in 1913 by Edvard Eriksen for Copenhagen harbor in Denmark.

Ifyou could create a work of art based on a favorite book or story, what literary work would be your inspiration?

Darien Woman’s Club Charity Fund, Inc.
Presents the Creative Youth Art Fair of 2010
The Creative Youth Art Fair is an exhibition of paintings, drawings, and sculptures created by the youth of the Darien area that is sponsored by the Darien Woman’s Club Charity Fund, Inc. The exhibition will be held at Eisenhower Junior High School, 1410 75th Street, Darien, IL, on Sunday, January 31, 2010 from 2:00 to 3:30 PM. Prizes and awards will be presented at 3:15pm. To enter the Art Fair: 1) Complete the Registration Form below and return as instructed below by January 21st and 2) Read all of the Rules and Regulations below before completing the Registration Form. Additional forms are available at the Indian Prairie Library lobby information display and on the DWC web page at http://www.darienwomansclub.org/.
Rules and Regulations1.Darien area youth age 4 years old through twelfth grade are eligible to enter by filling out a Registration Form and returning it to Heidi Ramirez, 1613 Heather Lane, Darien, IL 60561 (630 985-3813) postmarked by January 14th, or by dropping it off at the Indian Prairie Library in the drop box located in the lobby by January 21st before closing. EACH PIECE OF ARTWORK MUST BE PRE-REGISTERED, NO LATE ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED. While every care is taken with the artwork submitted for display, DWC takes no responsibility for lost or damaged artwork. Total number of entries will be limited to 650 on a first-come-first-served basis.2.Pre-registered artwork will be accepted only on Friday January 29th between 4:30 and 6.30pm. Artwork should be brought to the Eisenhower Junior High School Commons Room. Absolutely no exhibits may be removed before the end of the show. All exhibits must be claimed on Sunday, January 31st at 3:30 PM.3.Each individual may enter no more than two pieces of artwork in the show. Exhibitors may enter in the media(s) of their choice.4.All artwork must be the original work of the artist. No tracing, paint by numbers, or kits of any kind will be accepted.5.Paintings and drawings must be no larger than 24” by 36” including mount, matte or frame without glass. Entries MUST be mounted on construction paper, matted or framed (without glass). Artwork in frames with glass will NOT be accepted. Sculptures must be no larger than 18”x18”x20”. No mobiles will be accepted.6.Each piece of artwork must have the entry label affixed to the front (see entry label below). The back of the artwork must also be labeled with the exhibitor’s name and telephone number.7.An independent panel of judges will evaluate each piece of artwork. A point system will be used to evaluate originality, design, use of color and shading, line and texture, and workmanship. A special award will be presented to the overall winner in each division as well as in the Photography/Computer Generated media category. Division winners will be informed on Saturday, January 30th. Artwork of Division winners and selected entrants will be displayed at the Indian Prairie Library during the months of February and March.DivisionsMedia ChoiceDivision I - 4 yrs to KindergartenA – Crayon, Marker, Colored Pencils, Chalk, and/or Oil PastelsDivision II - 1st to 2nd GradesDivision III - 3rd to 4th GradesB – Paint (Water/Tempura/Acrylic/Oil)C – Black/White/Gray ArtDivision IV - 5th to 6th GradesD – Mixed MediaDivision V - 7th to 8th GradesE – Sculpture (Freestanding: 18x18x20 in. max)Division VI - High SchoolF – Photography/Computer Generated
Registration Form 2010
Number of Entries (max 2)__________________
Student Name
Address
_______________________________________
Phone
School Grade:
Entry 1 Entry 2 (if applicable)
Division: _______ Division:
Media: _______ Media: ______Please PRINT NEATLY and return this portion as instructed above.
ENTRY LABEL(AFFIX TO FRONT OF ART WORK)
Division: Media Choice:
Student Name
School Grade:
Title of Artwork(Label back of artwork with name and telephone number.)
ENTRY LABEL(AFFIX TO FRONT OF ART WORK)
Division: Media Choice:
Student Name
School Grade:
Title of Artwork(Label back of artwork with name and telephone number.)

Monday, January 10-15, 2010

2010-01-08T09:07:00.000-08:00

HAPPY NEW YEAR 2010!!!!!!
January 12- 3rd Grade Art Adventures permission slips due
January 13- 3rd Grade Art Adventures
January 14 - posted marked date for Creative Youth Art Fair Registration Slips (if
mailed)
January 21 Registration due for Darien Woman's Club- Creative Youth Art Fair
January 27- 3rd Grade Art Adventures
January 31 Darien Woman's Club- Creative Youth Art Fair (see below for
information)
Mystery Artist Slips due

January Mystery Artist

1. Born in Minneapolis on November 26, 1922, this artist knew as early as Kindergarten that he wanted to be a cartoonist.

1st Grade- Monet Bridges: We will continue learning about Impressionist Artist, Claude Monet. Students will begin building their own bridges based on Claude Monets ever popular Japanese footbridge. Students will color their bridges with oil pastels.

2nd Grade- Legs of Degas: Students will continue learning about the artist, Edgar Degas and his French Impressionist style. We will begin creating our own 'Legs of Degas'. Students will finish sketching their shoes, clues and backgrounds.

3rd Grade- Wright Mansions: We will continue learning about architecture and local artist Frank Lloyd Wright! Students will begin creating their own facades of their dream mansion.

4th Grade-M.C. Escher Hands and Aboriginal Art: We will be focusing on sketching our hands as realistically as we can. We will consider lines, shapes, forms, and spacing. Other classes that have finished their Escher projects will move on to study Aboriginal Art.

5th Grade-Pop Art Painting: We will use the works of Andy Warhol and other Pop Artists to learn about color and the color wheel. Students will be picking their Pop Art subject matter and sketching it on canvas board. We began with primary colors and now are moving on to Secondary and Complementary colors!

Art Folder 11 Please answer in 3 complete sentences.
The Louvre in Paris is one of the foremost art museums in the world. The structure was originally a royal fortress built in the 12th century. In 1546, a new building was erected on the site, and more have been added over the years to house a collection that includes the Venus of Milo. Every year, more than 5 million visitors view these masterpieces.

If you could visit any museum, which one would you choose? What do you want to see there?

INFORMATION REGARDING:

The Darien Woman’s Club Charity Fund, Inc.
Presents the Creative Youth Art Fair of 2010

The Creative Youth Art Fair is an exhibition of paintings, drawings, and sculptures created by the youth of the Darien area that is sponsored by the Darien Woman’s Club Charity Fund, Inc. The exhibition will be held at Eisenhower Junior High School, 1410 75th Street, Darien, IL, on Sunday, January 31, 2010 from 2:00 to 3:30 PM. Prizes and awards will be presented at 3:15pm. To enter the Art Fair: 1) Complete the Registration Form below and return as instructed below by January 21st and 2) Read all of the Rules and Regulations below before completing the Registration Form. Additional forms are available at the Indian Prairie Library lobby information display and on the DWC web page at www.darienwomansclub.org.

Rules and Regulations
1.Darien area youth age 4 years old through twelfth grade are eligible to enter by filling out a Registration Form and returning it to Heidi Ramirez, 1613 Heather Lane, Darien, IL 60561 (630 985-3813) postmarked by January 14th, or by dropping it off at the Indian Prairie Library in the drop box located in the lobby by January 21st before closing. EACH PIECE OF ARTWORK MUST BE PRE-REGISTERED, NO LATE ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED. While every care is taken with the artwork submitted for display, DWC takes no responsibility for lost or damaged artwork. Total number of entries will be limited to 650 on a first-come-first-served basis.
2.Pre-registered artwork will be accepted only on Friday January 29th between 4:30 and 6.30pm. Artwork should be brought to the Eisenhower Junior High School Commons Room. Absolutely no exhibits may be removed before the end of the show. All exhibits must be claimed on Sunday, January 31st at 3:30 PM.
3.Each individual may enter no more than two pieces of artwork in the show. Exhibitors may enter in the media(s) of their choice.
4.All artwork must be the original work of the artist. No tracing, paint by numbers, or kits of any kind will be accepted.
5.Paintings and drawings must be no larger than 24” by 36” including mount, matte or frame without glass. Entries MUST be mounted on construction paper, matted or framed (without glass). Artwork in frames with glass will NOT be accepted. Sculptures must be no larger than 18”x18”x20”. No mobiles will be accepted.
6.Each piece of artwork must have the entry label affixed to the front (see entry label below). The back of the artwork must also be labeled with the exhibitor’s name and telephone number.
7.An independent panel of judges will evaluate each piece of artwork. A point system will be used to evaluate originality, design, use of color and shading, line and texture, and workmanship. A special award will be presented to the overall winner in each division as well as in the Photography/Computer Generated media category. Division winners will be informed on Saturday, January 30th. Artwork of Division winners and selected entrants will be displayed at the Indian Prairie Library during the months of February and March.
Divisions
Media Choice
Division I - 4 yrs to Kindergarten
A – Crayon, Marker, Colored Pencils, Chalk, and/or Oil Pastels
Division II - 1st to 2nd Grades
Division III - 3rd to 4th Grades
B – Paint (Water/Tempura/Acrylic/Oil)
C – Black/White/Gray Art
Division IV - 5th to 6th Grades
D – Mixed Media
Division V - 7th to 8th Grades
E – Sculpture (Freestanding: 18x18x20 in. max)
Division VI - High School
F – Photography/Computer Generated

Registration Form 2010

Number of Entries (max 2)__________________

Student Name

Address

_______________________________________

Phone

School Grade:

Entry 1 Entry 2 (if applicable)

Division: _______ Division:

Media: _______ Media: ______
Please PRINT NEATLY and return this portion as instructed above.

ENTRY LABEL
(AFFIX TO FRONT OF ART WORK)

Division: Media Choice:

Student Name

School Grade:

Title of Artwork
(Label back of artwork with name and telephone number.)

ENTRY LABEL
(AFFIX TO FRONT OF ART WORK)

Division: Media Choice:

Student Name

School Grade:

Title of Artwork
(Label back of artwork with name and telephone number.)

January 4-8, 2010

2009-12-17T13:09:00.000-08:00

HAPPY NEW YEAR 2010!!!!!!
January- 3rd grade Art Adventures (dates to follow soon...)
January 21 Registration due for Darien Woman's Club- Creative Youth Art Fair
January 31 Darien Woman's Club- Creative Youth Art Fair (see below for information)

1st Grade- Monet Bridges: We will continue learning about Impressionist Artist, Claude Monet. Students will begin building their own bridges based on Claude Monets ever popular Japanese footbridge. Students will color their bridges with oil pastels.

2nd Grade- Legs of Degas: Students will continue learning about the artist, Edgar Degas and his French Impressionist style. We will begin creating our own 'Legs of Degas'. Students will finish sketching their shoes, clues and backgrounds.

3rd Grade- Wright Mansions: We will continue learning about architecture and local artist Frank Lloyd Wright! Students will begin creating their own facades of their dream mansion.

4th Grade- MC. Escher Hands and Aboriginal Art: We will be focusing on sketching our hands as realistically as we can. We will consider lines, shapes, forms, and spacing. Other classes that have finished their Escher projects will move on to study Aboriginal Art.

5th Grade-Pop Art Painting: We will use the works of Andy Warhol and other Pop Artists to learn about color and the color wheel. Students will be picking their Pop Art subject matter and sketching it on canvas board. We began with primary colors and now are moving on to Secondary and Complementary colors!

Art Folder 11 (will be posted soon)

INFORMATION REGARDING:

The Darien Woman’s Club Charity Fund, Inc.
Presents the Creative Youth Art Fair of 2010

The Creative Youth Art Fair is an exhibition of paintings, drawings, and sculptures created by the youth of the Darien area that is sponsored by the Darien Woman’s Club Charity Fund, Inc. The exhibition will be held at Eisenhower Junior High School, 1410 75th Street, Darien, IL, on Sunday, January 31, 2010 from 2:00 to 3:30 PM. Prizes and awards will be presented at 3:15pm. To enter the Art Fair: 1) Complete the Registration Form below and return as instructed below by January 21st and 2) Read all of the Rules and Regulations below before completing the Registration Form. Additional forms are available at the Indian Prairie Library lobby information display and on the DWC web page at www.darienwomansclub.org.

Rules and Regulations
1.Darien area youth age 4 years old through twelfth grade are eligible to enter by filling out a Registration Form and returning it to Heidi Ramirez, 1613 Heather Lane, Darien, IL 60561 (630 985-3813) postmarked by January 14th, or by dropping it off at the Indian Prairie Library in the drop box located in the lobby by January 21st before closing. EACH PIECE OF ARTWORK MUST BE PRE-REGISTERED, NO LATE ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED. While every care is taken with the artwork submitted for display, DWC takes no responsibility for lost or damaged artwork. Total number of entries will be limited to 650 on a first-come-first-served basis.
2.Pre-registered artwork will be accepted only on Friday January 29th between 4:30 and 6.30pm. Artwork should be brought to the Eisenhower Junior High School Commons Room. Absolutely no exhibits may be removed before the end of the show. All exhibits must be claimed on Sunday, January 31st at 3:30 PM.
3.Each individual may enter no more than two pieces of artwork in the show. Exhibitors may enter in the media(s) of their choice.
4.All artwork must be the original work of the artist. No tracing, paint by numbers, or kits of any kind will be accepted.
5.Paintings and drawings must be no larger than 24” by 36” including mount, matte or frame without glass. Entries MUST be mounted on construction paper, matted or framed (without glass). Artwork in frames with glass will NOT be accepted. Sculptures must be no larger than 18”x18”x20”. No mobiles will be accepted.
6.Each piece of artwork must have the entry label affixed to the front (see entry label below). The back of the artwork must also be labeled with the exhibitor’s name and telephone number.
7.An independent panel of judges will evaluate each piece of artwork. A point system will be used to evaluate originality, design, use of color and shading, line and texture, and workmanship. A special award will be presented to the overall winner in each division as well as in the Photography/Computer Generated media category. Division winners will be informed on Saturday, January 30th. Artwork of Division winners and selected entrants will be displayed at the Indian Prairie Library during the months of February and March.
Divisions
Media Choice
Division I - 4 yrs to Kindergarten
A – Crayon, Marker, Colored Pencils, Chalk, and/or Oil Pastels
Division II - 1st to 2nd Grades
Division III - 3rd to 4th Grades
B – Paint (Water/Tempura/Acrylic/Oil)
C – Black/White/Gray Art
Division IV - 5th to 6th Grades
D – Mixed Media
Division V - 7th to 8th Grades
E – Sculpture (Freestanding: 18x18x20 in. max)
Division VI - High School
F – Photography/Computer Generated

Registration Form 2010

Number of Entries (max 2)__________________

Student Name

Address

_______________________________________

Phone

School Grade:

Entry 1 Entry 2 (if applicable)

Division: _______ Division:

Media: _______ Media: ______
Please PRINT NEATLY and return this portion as instructed above.

ENTRY LABEL
(AFFIX TO FRONT OF ART WORK)

Division: Media Choice:

Student Name

School Grade:

Title of Artwork
(Label back of artwork with name and telephone number.)

ENTRY LABEL
(AFFIX TO FRONT OF ART WORK)

Division: Media Choice:

Student Name

School Grade:

Title of Artwork
(Label back of artwork with name and telephone number.)

Monday, December 14-18, 2009

2009-12-11T13:23:00.000-08:00

Winter Break begins December 21, Happy Winter!

Congratulations Karina Kling of Miss Trefonas's 5th Grade Class for winning 1st place for her grade in the Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors of Northern Illinois! Karina has earned some wonderful prizes for herself and our school! Way to go Karina!!!!

All classes will get to a good stopping point on their project, then the rest of their class time this week we will celebrate their creativity!

1st Grade- Monet Bridges: We will begun learning about Impressionist Artist, Claude Monet. Students will begin building their own bridges based on Claude Monets ever popular Japanese footbridge. Students will color their bridges with oil pastels.

2nd Grade- Legs of Degas: Students will be learning about the artist, Edgar Degas and his French Impressionist style. We will begin creating our own 'Legs of Degas'. Students will finish sketching their shoes, clues and backgrounds.

3rd Grade- Wright Mansions: We will begin learning about architecture and local artist Frank Lloyd Wright! Students will begin creating their own facades of their dream mansion.

4th Grade- MC. Escher Hands and Aboriginal Art: We will be focusing on sketching our hands as realistically as we can. We will consider lines, shapes, forms, and spacing. Other classes that have finished their Escher projects will move on to study Aboriginal Art.

5th Grade-Pop Art Painting: We will use the works of Andy Warhol and other Pop Artists to learn about color and the color wheel. Students will be picking their Pop Art subject matter and sketching it on canvas board. We began with primary colors and now are moving on to Secondary and Complementary colors!

Art FolderWe will be temporarily stopping Art Folder Assignments following Art Folder #8. We will begin Art Folder #9 at the beginning of Trimester #2.
Art Folder #9 (beginning the week of Nov. 30-Dec. 4th)

Winter break...no Art Folder assignment!!!

Monday December 7-11, 2009

2009-12-07T06:36:00.000-08:00

December 7, 2009 Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

Congratulations Karina Kling of Miss Trefonas's 5th Grade Class for winning 1st place for her grade in the Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors of Northern Illinois! Karina has earned some wonderful prizes for herself and our school! Way to go Karina!!!!

1st Grade- Monet Bridges: We will begun learning about Impressionist Artist, Claude Monet. Students will begin building their own bridges based on Claude Monets ever popular Japanese footbridge.

2nd Grade- Legs of Degas: Students will be learning about the artist, Edgar Degas and his French Impressionist style. We will begin creating our own 'Legs of Degas'.

3rd Grade- Wright Mansions: We will begin learning about architecture and local artist Frank Lloyd Wright! Students will begin creating their own facades of their dream mansion.

4th Grade- M.C. Escher Hands: We will be focusing on sketching our hands as realistically as we can. We will consider lines, shapes, forms, and spacing.

5th Grade-Pop Art Painting: We will use the works of Andy Warhol and other Pop Artists to learn about color and the color wheel. Students will be picking their Pop Art subject matter and sketching it on canvas board. We began with primary colors and now are moving on to Secondary and Complementary colors!

Art Folder
We will be temporarily stopping Art Folder Assignments following Art Folder #8. We will begin Art Folder #9 at the beginning of Trimester #2.

Art Folder #9 (beginning the week of Nov. 30-Dec. 4th)

Art Folder #10
The sphinx is a mythical creature whose figure combines the body of a lion with the head of a human. In ancient Egyptian sculpture, the head was often that of the pharaoh. The most famous sphinx guards the Great Pyramid at Giza. This colossal stone sculpture is over 240 feet long.

Invent a creature that combines animal and human features. What is it? What would you call it?

Monday, November 30-December 4, 2009

2009-11-24T13:41:00.000-08:00

Wednesday, November 25th, Thanksgiving Break Begins-No School

Thursday, November 26th- HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!!

November 30-December 4th - CONFERENCE WEEK

Congratulations Karina Kling of Miss Trefonas's 5th Grade Class for winning 1st place for her grade in the Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors of Northern Illinois! Karina has earned some wonderful prizes for herself and our school! Way to go Karina!!!!

1st Grade- Monet Bridges: We will begun learning about Impressionist Artist, Claude Monet. Students will begin building their own bridges based on Claude Monets ever popular Japanese footbridge.

2nd Grade- Prehistoric Rock Art and Legs of Degas: We will be finishing a unit on Prehistoric Rock Art (cave drawings). Students will create their rock art by taping it to the bottom of the tables with the lights low and laying on the floor to create a cave-like atmosphere!

3rd Grade- Wright Mansions: We will begin learning about architecture and local artist Frank Lloyd Wright!

4th Grade- M.C. Escher Hands: We will be focusing on sketching our hands as realistically as we can. We will consider lines, shapes, forms, and spacing.

5th Grade-Pop Art Painting: We will use the works of Andy Warhol and other Pop Artists to learn about color and the color wheel. Students will be picking their Pop Art subject matter and sketching it on canvas board. We began with primary colors and now are moving on to Secondary and Complementary colors!

Art Folder

We will be temporarily stopping Art Folder Assignments following Art Folder #8. We will begin Art Folder #9 at the beginning of Trimester #2.

Art Folder #9 (beginning the week of Nov. 30-Dec. 4th)

Pablo Picasso was a Spanish painter, sculptor, graphic artist and ceramicist whose work had a major influence on 20th Century art. During his melancholy "Blue Period" in the early 1900s, Picasso used mostly blue tones in his paintings that showed the poor and downtrodden.

If you had to pick just one color for your paintings, what color would it be? What kind of pictures would you paint?

Monday November 23-27, 2009

2009-11-22T10:52:00.000-08:00

Friday, November 20th, Trimester 1 Ends

Wednesday, November 25th, Thanksgiving Break Begins-No School

Thursday, November 26th- HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!!

1st Grade- Monet Bridges: We will begun learning about Impressionist Artist, Claude Monet. Students will begin building their own bridges based on Claude Monets ever popular Japanese footbridge.

3rd Grade- Origami and Wright Mansions: We will conclude a day of Japanese Origami and begin learning about architecture and local artist Frank Lloyd Wright!

4th Grade- M.C. Escher Hands: We will be focusing on sketching our hands as realistically as we can. We will consider lines, shapes, forms, and spacing.

Art Folder Assignments

We will be temporarily stopping Art Folder Assignments following Art Folder #8. We will begin Art Folder #9 at the beginning of Trimester #2.

Monday November 16-20,2009

2009-11-15T17:55:00.000-08:00

Monday, November 16, Winners announced from Plumbing Contest

Wednesday, November 18th, 3rd Grade Art Adventures

Friday, November 20th, Trimester 1 Ends

Wednesday, November 25th, Thanksgiving Break Begins-No School

1st Grade- Nez Perce Woven Bags and Monet Bridges: We will be putting our final touches on our Nez Perce Bags including decorative patterns, string ties, and vegetables for inside our bags. Once students complete their woven bags, we will begin learning about Impressionist Artist, Claude Monet.

2nd Grade- Prehistoric Rock Art: We will be beginning a unit on Prehistoric Rock Art (cave drawings). Students will select their 'rock' paper color and form a rock by tearing edges and crumbling paper.

3rd Grade-Japanese Landscapes and Origami: We will be learning how to paint like a sumi-e artist by recognizing our posture and approach to painting.

4th Grade- M.C. Escher Hands: We will be focusing on sketching our hands as realistically as we can. We will consider lines, shapes, forms, and spacing.

Art Folder Assignments

We will be temporarily stopping Art Folder Assignments following Art Folder #8. We will begin Art Folder #9 at the beginning of Trimester #2.

Monday November 9-13, 2009

2009-11-07T21:47:00.000-08:00

Tuesday, November 10, 3rd Grade Art Adventures

Wednesday, November 11, Veteran's Day---Thank you Veterans!!!

Monday, November 16, Winners announced from Plumbing Contest

Wednesday, November 18th, 3rd Grade Art Adventures

Friday, November 20th, Trimester 1 Ends

Wednesday, November 25th, Thanksgiving Break Begins-No School

3rd Grade-Japanese Landscapes and Origami: We will be learning how to paint like a sumi-e artist by recognizing our posture and approach to painting.

4th Grade- M.C. Escher Hands: We will be focusing on sketching our hands as realistically as we can. We will consider lines, shapes, forms, and spacing.

Art Folder Assignments

We will be temporarily stopping Art Folder Assignments following Art Folder #8. We will begin Art Folder #9 at the beginning of Trimester #2.

Monday November 2-6, 2009

2009-11-01T16:43:00.000-08:00

Tuesday, November 10, 3rd Grade Art Adventures

Wednesday, November 11, Veteran's Day---Thank you Veterans!!!

Monday, November 16, Winners announced from Plumbing Contest

Wednesday, November 18th, 3rd Grade Art Adventures

Friday, November 20th, Trimester 1 Ends

Wednesday, November 25th, Thanksgiving Break Begins-No School

1st Grade- Nez Perce Woven Bags: We will be putting our final touches on our Nez Perce Bags including decorative patterns, string ties, and vegetables for inside our bags.

2nd Grade- G. Seurat's Sunday Afternoons and Prehistoric Rock Art: We will be finishing our Sunday Afternoon paintings and beginning a unit on Prehistoric Rock Art (cave drawings).

3rd Grade-Japanese Landscapes and Origami: We will be learning how to paint like a sumi-e artist by recognizing our posture and approach to painting.

4th Grade- M.C. Escher Hands: We will be focusing on sketching our hands as realistically as we can. We will consider lines, shapes, forms, and spacing.

Art Folder Assignments

We will be temporarily stopping Art Folder Assignments following Art Folder #8. We will begin Art Folder #9 at the beginning of Trimester #2.

Monday, October 26-30, 2009

2009-10-23T09:10:00.000-07:00

October 30 No School-Teacher Institute
October 31 Happy Halloween

Art Adventures:

October Art Adventures for fourth and fifth grades will be meeting from 2:30-3:45 on: Wednesday, October 28th

Poster Contest?!?!?!

Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors of Northern Illinois are sponsoring a poster contest! The theme is 'Do Your Part, Be Water Smart'. Posters have been delivered and winners will be announced in November!

Mystery Artist Clues for October

1. Born on September 7, 1860, this artist grew up on a farm in Greenwich, New York and lived to the age of 101. Throughout her long life she witnessed amazing historic events and inventions including the automobile, airplane, Civil War, World War I, and World War II.

2. Since she did not begin her career as an artist until she was in her seventies, many only know this artist and her artwork by her nickname. Her paintings often had themes surrounding fairy tales, nursery rythmes, and seasonal themes including the painting, Thankgiving Turkey (displayed in art room and is at the Metropolitan Museum of Art).

3. Although this folk artist never went to art school, she taught herself to paint. Her paintings showed her love for the rural life and countryside while using brushstrokes that resembled needlepoints.

First Grade: Nez Perce Native American Bags- Students will be learning about the Northwestern Nez Perce Tribe and their hand-woven cornhusk bags. Students are finishing up their weaving and will soon be designing the symbols on their bags.

Second Grade: Sunday Afternoon with George- We will focus on artist, George Seurat and his famous painting Sunday Afternoon on the island of La Grande Jatte. Students will be creating their landscapes by sketching their ideal park and painting with the pointillist style.

Third Grade: Japanese Landscapes- We will begin discussing the Japanese culture and landscapes. We will review the differences between landscapes, portraits, still life, and abstract art. We will continue our landscapes by creating the skies with chalk pastels. Soon we will be painting like sumi-e artists.

Fourth Grade: M.C. Escher Hands- We will be learning about the Dutch artist Maurice Cornelis Escher. Students will begin sketching their own hands!

Fifth Grade: Warhol Pop Art- Students will learn about the artist Andy Warhol and his style of Pop Art. Students will create their own Pop Art Paintings.

Art Folder #8

Directions: Choose 1 word that you would like to illustrate, than explain the word in the way you draw it. See examples below for help. Please consider and use the necessary art elements...line, shape, color, texture space, and form. Only one word is required, but you can do up to six total (including first one).

This is an old game but a good one. Select words to draw and illustrate their meaning. For example, "Fire" and "Slime" to illustrate what these adjectives describe. You can illustrate nouns too, such as "Fish" and "Boxes".

At the age of 35, Paul Gauguin left his successful job as a stockbroker to devote himself to painting. In 1891, he went to Tahiti in search of a simpler life. This unspoiled island in the South Pacific inspired Gauguin to produce bolder, more colorful works.

Where would you go if you could choose one location to spark your creativity? Please describe this place.

Monday October 19-23, 2009

2009-10-18T12:06:00.000-07:00

October 21 Early Dismissal

Art Adventures:

October Art Adventures for fourth and fifth grades will be meeting from 2:30-3:45 on: Wednesday, October 28th

Poster Contest?!?!?!

Mystery Artist Clues for October

First Grade: Nez Perce Native American Bags- Students will be learning about the Northwestern Nez Perce Tribe and their hand-woven cornhusk bags. We will begin creating our own paper woven bags by cutting our warps and learning about weaving techniques called wefts and tabby.

Fourth Grade: Picasso Portraits- Students will learn about the artist Pablo Picasso. Students will create their own cubist portrait using oil pastels. We are going to finish this week and introduce the artist M.C. Escher for our new project!!

Fifth Grade: American Gothic Parodies- Students will learn about the artist Grant Wood and his style of Regionalism. Students will create their own American Gothic Parody. Our goal is to finish this week and begin learning about artist, Andy Warhol!!!

Art Folder #7

Directions: Answer the questions below in at least 3 complete sentences.

Where would you go if you could choose one location to spark your creativity? Please describe this place.

Monday October 12-16, 2009

2009-10-09T12:53:00.000-07:00

October 11 Miss Smeltzer is running the Chicago Marathon!!!
October 12 No School, Columbus Day!

Art Adventures:
October Art Adventures for fourth and fifth grades will be meeting from 2:30-3:45 on:
Wednesday October 14th
Wednesday, October 28th

Poster Contest?!?!?!
Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors of Northern Illinois are sponsoring a poster contest! The theme is 'Do Your Part, Be Water Smart'. Posters have been delivered and winners will be announced in November!

Mystery Artist Clues for October
1. Born on September 7, 1860, this artist grew up on a farm in Greenwich, New York and lived to the age of 101. Throughout her long life she witnessed amazing historic events and inventions including the automobile, airplane, Civil War, World War I, and World War II.

2. Since she did not begin her career as an artist until she was in her seventies, many only know this artist and her artwork by her nickname. Her paintings often had themes surrounding fairy tales, nursery rythmes, and seasonal themes including the painting, Thankgiving Turkey (displayed in art room and is at the Metropolitan Museum of Art).

3. Although this folk artist never went to art school, she taught herself to paint. Her paintings showed her love for the rural life and countryside while using brushstrokes that resembled needlepoints.

First Grade: Nez Perce Native American Bags- Students will be learning about the Northwestern Nez Perce Tribe and their hand-woven cornhusk bags. We will begin creating our own paper woven bags by cutting our warps and learning about weaving techniques called wefts and tabby.

Second Grade: Sunday Afternoon with George- We will focus on artist, George Seurat and his famous painting Sunday Afternoon on the island of La Grande Jatte. Students will be creating their landscapes by sketching their ideal park and painting with the pointillist style.

Third Grade: Japanese Landscapes- We will begin discussing the Japanese culture and landscapes. We will review the differences between landscapes, portraits, still life, and abstract art. We will begin our landscapes by creating horizon lines and pulling charcoal.

Fourth Grade: Picasso Portraits Students will learn about the artist Pablo Picasso. Students will create their own cubist portrait using oil pastels. We will discuss lines, shapes, colors (complimentary), and texture. We are going to finish this week!!

Fifth Grade: American Gothic Parodies Students will learn about the artist Grant Wood and his style of Regionalism. Students will create their own American Gothic Parody. This week we are developing the subject matter of our artwork. Our goal is to finish this week!!!

Art Folder #6

A fashion designer is a person who sketches, designs, and creates clothing. When a fashion designer is planning out a line of clothing they need to consider the following:
Who is the clothing meant for?
How will it be used?
What will the clothing be made of?
What type of person is the clothing meant for?
What colors of material will be used?

Your assignment is to create a new uniform. First choose a profession or activity that requires a uniform. Second, create a new, original (one of a kind) design for your chosen profession and/or activity. Be creative in choosing colors, styles, and accessories. Please answer the questions above and create a sketch of your uniform.

Monday October 5-9, 2009

2009-10-02T12:59:00.000-07:00

October Art Adventures for fourth and fifth grades will be meeting from 2:30-3:45 on:
Wednesday October 7th
Wednesday October 14th
Wednesday, October 28th

Poster Contest?!?!?!Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors of Northern Illinois are sponsoring a poster contest! The theme is 'Do Your Part, Be Water Smart'. Stop by the Art Room for guidelines and rules! Posters are due the morning of October 9th!

September's Mystery Artist was Pierre Auguste Renoir!

Mystery Artist Clues for October
1. Born on September 7, 1860, this artist grew up on a farm in Greenwich, New York and lived to the age of 101. Throughout her long life she witnessed amazing historic events and inventions including the automobile, airplane, Civil War, World War I, and World War II.

2. Since she did not begin her career as an artist until she was in her seventies, many only know this artist and her artwork by her nickname. Her paintings often had themes surrounding fairy tales, nursery rythmes, and seasonal themes including the painting, Thankgiving Turkey (displayed in art room and is at the Metropolitan Museum of Art).

3. Although this folk artist never went to art school, she taught herself to paint. Her paintings showed her love for the rural life and countryside while using brushstrokes that resembled needlepoints.

First Grade: Nez Perce Native American Bags- Students will be learning about the Northwestern Nez Perce Tribe and their hand-woven cornhusk bags. We will begin creating our own paper woven bags.

Second Grade: The Dot and Sunday Afternoon with George Students will learn about the illustrator and author Peter H. Reynolds and his story The Dot. Student will create their own artworks based on the dots they've created. Some classes will be moving on to our next project, Sunday Afternoon with George where we will focus on artist, George Seurat and his famous painting Sunday Afternoon on the island of La Grande Jatte.

Third Grade: Kaleidoscope Designs and Japanese Landscapes- Students will be completing their kaleidoscope designs. We will begin discussing the Japanese culture and landscapes.

Fourth Grade: Picasso Portraits Students will learn about the artist Pablo Picasso. Students will create their own cubist portrait using oil pastels. We will discuss lines, shapes, colors (complimentary), and texture. This week we are designing the face using geometric and organic shapes.

Fifth Grade: American Gothic Parodies Students will learn about the artist Grant Wood and his style of Regionalism. Students will create their own American Gothic Parody. This week we are developing the subject matter of our artwork.

Art Folder #5

Directions: Answer the questions below in at least 3 complete sentences.

Although she was never a wife or mother herself, Mary Cassatt's favorite theme was motherhood. Her friend Edgar Degas felt sure this would make her famous since few other artists have portrayed maternal subjects, except in religous paintings.

If you could explore only one subject in your artwork, what would that subject be? Why?

September 29-October 2, 2009

2009-09-27T17:50:00.001-07:00

Art Adventures will be meeting in October for Fifth Grade...stop by the Art Room for a Permission Slip!!!

Poster Contest?!?!?!

Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors of Northern Illinois are sponsoring a poster contest! The theme is 'Do Your Part, Be Water Smart'. Stop by the Art Room for guidelines and rules!

Mystery Artist Clues for September

1. He was born in France on February 25, 1841. At age 13 he started his career in art by painting on china in a porcelain factory in Paris. He later went to an art school to study painting.

2. This French Impressionist chose to paint themes from everyday life: that of the joy of living of entertainment, lunches and open-air cafes. He once said, "Why shouldn't art be pretty? There is enough unpleasant things in the world."

3. During the last 20 years of his life, he was unable to move his hands freely due to arthritis. However, he continued to paint by using a brush straped to his arm.

4. An outstanding example of his talent as a portraitist can be seen in the painting, Madame Charpentier and her Children, 1878.

First Grade: Where the Wild Thing Creatures Students will learn about the illustrator and author Maurice Sencdak. Students will use oil pastels to create their own wild thing!

Second Grade: The Dot and Sunday Afternoon with George Students will learn about the illustrator and author Peter H. Reynolds and his story The Dot. Student will create their own artworks based on the dots they've created. Some classes will be moving on to our next project, Sunday Afternoon with George where we will focus on artist, George Seurat and his famous painting Sunday Afternoon on the island of La Grande Jatte.

Third Grade: Kaleidoscope Designs Student are learning about kaleidoscopes and radial design. Student will create their own kaleidoscope design. This week we are focusing upon patterns of color.

Fourth Grade: Picasso Portraits Students will learn about the artist Pablo Picasso. Students will create their own cubist portrait using oil pastels. We will discuss lines, shapes, colors (complimentary), and texture. This week we are designing the face using geometric and organic shapes.

Fifth Grade: American Gothic Parodies Students will learn about the artist Grant Wood and his style of Regionalism. Students will create their own American Gothic Parody. This week we are developing the subject matter of our artwork.

Art Folder #4
We have learned about different ways we can show good character in our everyday lives. For example, turning in a lost wallet, doing our homework and chores, sharing, being responsible for our own actions, and many more. With this in mind, your art assignment involves putting Character Counts into action in a comic strip. Your assignment is to crate a comic strip that follows the theme of Character Counts. Your comic strip may use as many panels (frames) to illustrate your idea of good character. Your comic strip should shoe how someone uses good character. Please use color and label which pillar(s) you're showing. Remember, I only ask that you do YOUR best!

September 21-25, 2009

2009-09-18T09:08:00.000-07:00

Mystery Artist Clues for September

1. He was born in France on February 25, 1841. At age 13 he started his career in art by painting on china in a porcelain factory in Paris. He later went to an art school to study painting.

2. This French Impressionist chose to paint themes from everyday life: that of the joy of living of entertainment, lunches and open-air cafes. He once said, "Why shouldn't art be pretty? There is enough unpleasant things in the world."

3. During the last 20 years of his life, he was unable to move his hands freely due to arthritis. However, he continued to paint by using a brush straped to his arm.

4. An outstanding example of his talent as a portraitist can be seen in the painting, Madame Charpentier and her Children, 1878.

First Grade: Where the Wild Thing Creatures Students will learn about the illustrator and author Maurice Sencdak. Students will use oil pastels to create their own wild thing!

Second Grade: The Dot and Sunday Afternoon with George Students will learn about the illustrator and author Peter H. Reynolds and his story The Dot. Student will create their own artworks based on the dots they've created. Some classes will be moving on to our next project, Sunday Afternoon with George where we will focus on artist, George Seurat and his famous painting Sunday Afternoon on the island of La Grande Jatte.

Third Grade: Kaleidoscope Designs Student are learning about kaleidoscopes and radial design. Student will create their own kaleidoscope design. This week we are focusing upon patterns of color.

Fourth Grade: Picasso Portraits Students will learn about the artist Pablo Picasso. Students will create their own cubist portrait using oil pastels. We will discuss lines, shapes, colors (complimentary), and texture. This week we are designing the face using geometric and organic shapes.

Fifth Grade: American Gothic Parodies Students will learn about the artist Grant Wood and his style of Regionalism. Students will create their own American Gothic Parody. This week we are developing the subject matter of our artwork.

Art Folder #3

Faith Ringgold is an African-American artist who uses her life experiences as well as her imagination to create unique story quilts. Her story quilts consist of colorful pieces of fabric sewn together to frame a painting she created on fabric. Using her sewing skills she learned from her mother and grandmother along with her background education in Art, Faith Ringgold shares her story quilts with others of all ages and cultures.

Your Assignment is to create a story quilt about you. Your quilt should illustrate who you are...from your favorite places, people, foods, games, colors, and hobbies to special events and family memories and more. Be creative!

Please write 2-3 sentences explaining your quilt.

Monday September 14-18, 2009

2009-09-04T09:00:00.000-07:00

Tuesday September 15 is International Dot Day celebrating Peter H. Reynold's book, The Dot. To celebrate...wear your dots!!!

Here is a link to the Music, Art, and P.E. handbook:
http://www.ccsd66.org/handbooks/Specials_Handbook.pdf

Mystery Artist Clues for September
1. He was born in France on February 25, 1841. At age 13 he started his career in art by painting on china in a porcelain factory in Paris. He later went to an art school to study painting.

2. This French Impressionist chose to paint themes from everyday life: that of the joy of living of entertainment, lunches and open-air cafes. He once said, "Why shouldn't art be pretty? There is enough unpleasant things in the world."

3. During the last 20 years of his life, he was unable to move his hands freely due to arthritis. However, he continued to paint by using a brush straped to his arm.

4. An outstanding example of his talent as a portraitist can be seen in the painting, Madame Charpentier and her Children, 1878.

Art To Remember http://www.arttoremember.com/
The P.T.O has asked for our assisitance in making the fund-raiser 'Art to Remember' a success in our school! The Art room is helping out by introducing it to students and giving them some time to create in the Art Room!

First Grade: Where the Wild Thing Creatures
Students will learn about the illustrator and author Maurice Sencdak. Students will use oil pastels to create their own wild thing!

Second Grade: The Dot
Students will learn about the illustrator and author Peter H. Reynolds and his story The Dot. Student will create their own artworks based on the dots they've created. Don't forget to wear your dots on Tuesday!!!!

Third Grade: Kaleidoscope Designs
Student are learning about kaleidoscopes and radial design. Student will create their own kaleidoscope design.

Fourth Grade: Picasso Portraits
Students will learn about the artist Pablo Picasso. Students will create their own cubist portrait using oil pastels. We will discuss lines, shapes, colors (complimentary), and texture.

Fifth Grade: American Gothic Parodies
Students will learn about the artist Grant Wood and his style of Regionalism. Students will create their own American Gothic Parody.

Art Folder #2

Directions: Complete the activity below. You are welcome to create your assignment in any art medium, (markers, crayons, colored pencils, etc.). Please consider shapes and colors.

According to Webster's Dictionary, a flag is typically a rectangular piece of cloth marked with distinctive colors or designs. A flag is used as a symbol of a nation or organization. Your assignment is to design a flag to represent our school. This flag should be a symbol of who we are as a school and what we are proud of.

Tues. Sept. 1-4, 2009

2009-08-28T07:34:00.000-07:00

WELCOME BACK!!!!!

Happy Labor Day!!!!

Congratulations to Billy Burne (1st place), Shannon Simpson, and Yasmeen Obeid for placing in the Metra Poster Contest!!! Way to go!! Keep an eye out at your local metra station for Billy's artwork displayed and made into tickets sometime this year!

1st Grade-This week we will be learning how to use the Art Room. We will learn how to do Art duties. We will also start drawing basic shapes to create our very own Wild Thing Creatures. We will be focusing on the illustrator Maurice Sendak.
2nd Grade-What's a dot? We will be studying illustrator Peter H. Reynolds and his story of The Dot. Students will create colorful dots and then we'll learn about the story. Once they've heard the story, they will then transform their dots using their imaginations.
3rd Grade-Kaleidoscope Names- Students will learn about radial design and create their names in a Kaleidoscope pattern.
4th Grade-Picasso Portraits- Students will learn about Pablo Picasso and his style of Cubism. Students will create a Picasso Portrait.
5th Grade-American Gothic Parodies- Students will learn about the artist, Grant Wood and his style of Regionalism. Students will create their own parodies of American Gothic.

Monday 8/24-28, 2009

2009-08-23T12:48:00.000-07:00

WELCOME BACK!!!!

This first week back is an exciting week to hear all about everyones exciting summers! We will spend our Art time getting reacquainted with the rules and expectations of the classroom. Hopefully we will get ourselves prepared for our first project of the year!!!

Happy School Year!

Miss Smeltzer

1-5th Art

June 1-5, 2009

2009-06-01T06:59:00.000-07:00

Happy June!!!!

In the Art room we are busy finishing up projects, clean out our folders and straightening up the room! We have had a fun, busy and energetic year! Have a wonderful, creative summer!!!!!
Miss Smeltzer

May 25-29, 2009

2009-05-22T13:00:00.000-07:00

Happy Memorial Day!!!!

1st Grade: Vincent Van Gogh Sunflowers- Our last project we will be focusing on the impressionist artist Vincent van Gogh. We will be creating Van Gogh Sunflowers while experimenting with colors.

2nd Grade: Pinch pot vessels- Students will paint their pinch pot vessels.

3rd Grade: Panthers on Parade- Students will be using our school mascot the 'Prairieview Panther' to learn about working with clay as a medium. Students are painting their final touches on their projects. Finished classes are working on a design project.

4th Grade: Weaving- We will cutting our weavings off the looms!

5th Grade: Paper Masks- We are working on our final activity of mask making with paper.

May 18-22, 2009

2009-05-15T13:21:00.000-07:00

1st Grade: Vincent Van Gogh Sunflowers- Our last project we will be focusing on the impressionist artist Vincent van Gogh. We will be creating Van Gogh Sunflowers while experimenting with colors.
2nd Grade: Pinch pot vessels- Students will paint their pinch pot vessels.
3rd Grade: Panthers on Parade- Students will be using our school mascot the 'Prairieview Panther' to learn about working with clay as a medium. Students are painting their final touches on their projects.
4th Grade: Printmaking and Weaving- Students will be completing their prints and add details to them. We will cutting our weavings off the looms soon!
5th Grade: Self Portraits and Paper Masks- Student are completing the animal characteristics to add a twist to their designs. We are beginning our final activity of mask making with paper.
Art Folder 22 Some classes are further along than others, we are ending Art Folders with Art Folder 22!
Art Folder 22:
Mask making is a popular art form created by various cultures for many different purposes. Some masks are meant to be worn while others are used for decorative purposes. In some cultures masksare worn for special ceremonies, celebrations and dances. A mask is also used by many cultures to hide the wearer's identity from evil or to scare away ghosts. Other cultures use masks for functional, or useful purposes like firefighters wear masks for oxygen.
Your assignment is to design a mask based on your culture or cultural background. Think about the colors, shaping, and purpose of your mask. Please explain your mask.

Oops I missed #21

Art Folder 21

Directions: Using visual texture, create different patterns in each of the shapes below.

What is the difference between texture and pattern? Texture is the way something feels or appears to feel. Patterns usually create visual texture, but texture may not be seen as pattern all the time. When texture is decorative, repetitive, and evenly spaced over an area, we are more likely to call it a pattern.

May 11-15, 2009

2009-05-08T13:30:00.000-07:00

1st Grade: Vincent Van Gogh Sunflowers- Our last project we will be focusing on the impressionist artist Vincent van Gogh. We will be creating Van Gogh Sunflowers while experimenting with colors.

2nd Grade: Pinch pot vessels- Students will build with clay their pinch pot vessels.

3rd Grade: Panthers on Parade- Students will be using our school mascot the 'Prairieview Panther' to learn about working with clay as a medium. Students are putting on their final touches and beginning to add color.

4th Grade: Printmaking and Weaving- Students will be completing the printmaking process. Students are continuing to create their prints and add details to them. We will cutting our weavings off the looms soon!

5th Grade: Self Portraits and Paper Masks- Student are completing the animal characteristics to add a twist to their designs. Student will be using one color in addition to an ebony pencil to add value. We are beginning our final activity of mask making with paper.

Art Folder 22 Some classes are further along than others, we are ending Art Folders with Art Folder 22!

Art Folder 22:

Mask making is a popular art form created by various cultures for many different purposes. Some masks are meant to be worn while others are used for decorative purposes. In some cultures masksare worn for special ceremonies, celebrations and dances. A mask is also used by many cultures to hide the wearer's identity from evil or to scare away ghosts. Other cultures use masks for functional, or useful purposes like firefighters wear masks for oxygen.

Your assignment is to design a mask based on your culture or cultural background. Think about the colors, shaping, and purpose of your mask. Please explain your mask.

Monday May4-8, 2009

2009-05-01T12:45:00.000-07:00

Good Luck Miss Schaefer!!!! Miss Schaefer just completed her student teaching experience! Next step...Graduate!!!!!!!

May 6th 3rd Grade Art Adventures

1st Grade: The Scream by Edvard Munch-Students will be exploring what they are afraid of by learning about the artist Edvard Munch and his famous painting The Scream. Students are finishing their images by painting the backgrounds! Next up...Vincent Van Gogh.

2nd Grade: Pinch Pots- Students are getting an introduction into Clay. Students will form and sculpt 3 dimensional vessels.

3rd Grade: Panthers on Parade- Students will be using our school mascot the 'Prairieview Panther' to learn about working with clay as a medium. Students are continuing their relief process with clay.

4th Grade: Printmaking and Weaving- Students will be completing the printmaking process. Students are continuing to create their prints and add details to them.

5th Grade: Self Portraits- Student are completing the animal characteristics to add a twist to their designs. Student will be using one color in addition to an ebony pencil to add value.

Art Folder 19 and 20
Some classes are further along than others, so here are two art folder assignments:

19: You have just been hired by a record company to design the CD cover of your favorite band! Your assignment is to create a CD cover that promotes this group. Remember to include the name of the group, title of the CD, and any other important information the consumer might need. Please use color! ***note this is a school assignment so please make sure the band/singer you choose is appropriate for school.

20: Create five different textures. Texture is the way something feels or appears to feel in an artwork. Texture refers to the surface quality --how smooth or rough, flat or bumpy. In the world there are all kinds of texture. Actual texture in art is associated with sculpture, architecture, and other crafts. Actual texture is the texture you can touch and feel with your hands. Visual texture is creating the illusion of texture. For example, in a painting a bowl of apples on a wooden table...the artist would creat a smooth apple and fruit and illustrat the grooves in the wooden table.

April 27-May 1, 2009

2009-04-27T08:03:00.000-07:00

April 29th 3rd Grade Art Adventures
May 6th 3rd Grade Art Adventures

Thank you for the wonderful turn-out at the Elizabeth Ide Open House! It was so nice to see everyone!!!

1st Grade: The Scream by Edvard Munch-Students will be exploring what they are afraid of by learning about the artist Edvard Munch and his famous painting The Scream. Students are continuing to add a touch of color to their images!

2nd Grade: Gyotaku Fish Prints- Students have completed the printmaking process while learning about Japanese Gyotaku fish printing. Students will add thumbprints and complete their projects.

3rd Grade: Panthers on Parade- Students will be using our school mascot the 'Prairieview Panther' to learn about working with clay as a medium. Students are continuing their relief process with clay.

4th Grade: Printmaking and Weaving- Students will be completing the printmaking process. Students are continuing to create their prints and add details to them.

5th Grade: Self Portraits- Student are completing the animal characteristics to add a twist to their designs. Student will be using one color in addition to an ebony pencil to add value.

April 20-April 24, 2009

2009-04-17T13:40:00.000-07:00

April 23rd Elizabeth Ide Open House
April 24th Early Dismissal

Thank you for the wonderful turn-out at the Prairieview Open House! It was so nice to see everyone!!!

1st Grade: The Scream by Edvard Munch-Students will be exploring what they are afraid of by learning about the artist Edvard Munch and his famous painting The Scream. Students are begining to add a touch of color to their images!

2nd Grade: Gyotaku Fish Prints- Students will then learn about the printmaking process while learning about Japanese Gyotaku fish printing.

3rd Grade: Panthers on Parade- Students will be using our school mascot the 'Prairieview Panther' to learn about working with clay as a medium. Students will learn about the clay process of reliefs.

4th Grade: Printmaking and Weaving- Students will be learning about the printmaking process. Students are continuing to create their plates and begin printing.

5th Grade: Self Portraits- Student are completing the facial features of their self portrait and will soon begin using animal characteristics to add a twist to their designs.

Monday April 13-17, 2009

2009-04-13T13:16:00.000-07:00

April 16th Prairieview Open House
April 23rd Elizabeth Ide Open House
April 24th Early Dismissal

1st Grade: The Scream by Edvard Munch-Students will be exploring what they are afraid of by learning about the artist Edvard Munch and his famous painting The Scream.

2nd Grad: Gyotaku Fish Prints- Students will then learn about the printmaking process while learning about Japanese Landscapes.

3rd Grade: Panthers on Parade- Students will be using our school mascot the 'Prairieview Panther' to learn about working with clay as a medium. Students will learn about the clay process of reliefs.

4th Grade: Printmaking and Weaving- Students will be learning about the printmaking process. Students will be begin by creating a 'plate' using cardboard and string.

5th Grade: Self Portraits- Student are completing the facial features of their self portrait and will soon begin using animal characteristics to add a twist to their designs.

Monday April 6-10, 2009

2009-03-26T12:34:00.000-07:00

March 30-April 3 SPRING BREAK!!!!!!
April 6th Classes Resume
April 7th Teacher Institute
April 10th No School
April 16th Prairieview Open House
April 23rd Elizabeth Ide Open House
April 24th Early Dismissal

April 6th-10th

1st Grade: The Scream by Edvard Munch-Students will be exploring what they are afraid of by learning about the artist Edvard Munch and his famous painting The Scream.

2nd Grade: Faith Ringgold Story Quilts and Gyotaku Fish Prints- Students will be finishing up their Faith Ringgold Story Quilts by coloring the final touches. When completed, students will then learn about the printmaking process while learning about Japanese Landscapes.

3rd Grade: Panthers on Parade- Students will be using our school mascot the 'Prairieview Panther' to learn about working with clay as a medium. Students will learn about the clay process of reliefs.

4th Grade: Printmaking and Weaving- Students will be learning about the printmaking process. Students will be begin by creating a 'plate' using cardboard and string.

5th Grade: Self Portraits- Student are completing the facial features of their self portrait and will soon begin using animal characteristics to add a twist to their designs.

Art Folder 18 (Some classes are not quite up to Art Folder 18 yet.)

Commercials, advertisements, and media coverage are already being planned for the upcoming 2016 Summer Olympic games. Chicago is one of the cities trying to earn the privilege to be the host of the 2016 summer games. The Olympics is a time for athletes all over the world to come together and show their pride in their country as well as the hard work they put into their sport. As such coverage occurs leading up to and during these events; we will become more familiar with the athletes, events, countries, and the sponsoring city. The Summer Olympics would give Chicago, Illinois the opportunity to welcome new people who are visiting and/or participating in the Olympics to see the beauty of the Chicagoland area and show them what makes Chicago so special.

Your assignment is to design a postcard for the upcoming 2016 Summer Olympics if they are possibly held in Chicago. Your design can focus on the events, athletes, and countries involved in the Olympics. It can also represent what makes Chicago and/or the United States so special to you. Please use color!

March 23-27, 2009

2009-03-20T10:34:00.000-07:00

March 30-April 3 Happy Spring Break!!!

1st Grade: Modern Mona Lisa's-We're busy adding color to our Mona Lisa.

2nd Grade: Faith Ringgold Story Quilts- We are learning about the artist, Faith Ringgold, and her creative storyquilts. Students are busy designing they're own story quilts.

3rd Grade: Matisse Goldfish- We are working with warm, cool, and neutral colors. We are also learning about watercolors and working with opaque and transparent watercolor techniques.

4th Grade: Guatemalan Weaving- Students are learning to weave using various weaving techniques including: Tabby, Basket-weave, and Irregular Basket-weave, Soumak, and Pull-ups.

5th Grade: Portraits with a Twist- Miss Schaefer (my student teacher) is teaching the fifth grade about drawing the proportions of the face. Some classes are finishing the one point perspective project.

Art Folder 17 is the last Art Folder prior to Spring Break. Some classes are a bit behind due to schedule changes and days off so I apologize for any confusion.

We will continue with Art Folders after Spring Break.

March 16-20, 2009

2009-03-17T17:39:00.000-07:00

March 17th Happy St. Patrick's Day

4th Grade Art Adventures

March 18th 4th Grade Art Adventures

1st Grade: Modern Mona Lisa's-We're busy adding color to our Mona Lisa.

2nd Grade: Faith Ringgold Story Quilts- We are learning about the artist, Faith Ringgold, and her creative storyquilts. Students are busy designing they're own story quilts.

3rd Grade: Matisse Goldfish- We are working with warm, cool, and neutral colors. We are also learning about watercolors and working with opaque and transparent watercolor techniques.

4th Grade: Guatemalan Weaving- Students are learning to weave using various weaving techniques including: Tabby, Basket-weave, and Irregular Basket-weave.

5th Grade: Portraits with a Twist- Miss Schaefer (my student teacher) is teaching the fifth grade about drawing the proportions of the face.

Art Folder 17 is the last Art Folder prior to Spring Break.

We will continue with Art Folder 18 after Spring Break.