Field Trip Thursday!

We took a field trip Thursday. Some of the kids said it was pretty "Random". It had totally slipped my mind what the plan was for the morning so once the kids got settled into their work I just blurted out, "Oh, we're going on a field trip!!!!" I love to be spontaneous. We walked down to Mr. Morgan's room to see the freestanding sculpture of Henry Clay that Mr. Morgan's classes have been restoring. It was a perfect way to visually show the students what freestanding means. Termites had nearly destroyed the old Judge Elm sculpture. Livingston County history says that the old tree that Clay is carved from was where hangings occurred in town. The tree was located in front of the Gower House but when lightening struck and destroyed the tree it's trunk was saved and carved into the likeness of Henry Clay.

Taking a break.

Having fun and making Art

Working on her Tile!

T is working on some pretty intricate details on her ceiling tile this week. It's coming along nicely. I know you T. you'll finish way sooner than I expect and then I'll be pulling rabbits out of my hat to keep you focused!! :o) Keep up the good work!

Long Short Weeks!

Why are the short weeks always so long? I had hoped to post some photos of some of the students working this week but checking media release forms took me longer than anticipated so it will be tomorrow before I can upload some pics. We're working on freestanding paper scuptures and getting some great end products. I am eager to post some photos of their work. Keep checking!! I promise there will be pictures tomorrow.

Our Pointelism Project Continues

M.G. finished today and it is wonderful.

Experimenting with Unusual Media

Students discovered this past week that art doesn't have to be made of traditional media such as paint, pencils, pastels, or clay. Taking the unusual and creating fun fabulous pieces is all part of the world of Art. We chose the medium of food, and not just any food but Cheetoes!!! Art II and III students and sweet little E.T. who is the only Art I student in second period class, brought in their favorite type of Cheetoes and together created a masterpiece of delectable delight. Throw in a little digital wizadry and we have a cool abstract work of art. It was FUN!!!!