Monday, September 30, 2013

Together We Can Make a World of Difference

Here is how we kicked off the school year... I am so thrilled to have FINALLY created a collaborative project that also reflects my philosophy as an art teacher. I have been wanting to create something, anything with whole school. Since this was the first year attempting, we keep it to K-8. Next year, perhaps we will go for K-12!

Kim, the 7th and 8th grade art teacher did a beautiful job explaining the project...

The students in kindergarten through 8th grade created artworks of their hands from recycled materials, and combined them all together to make an artwork of the world.  Each hand artwork is unique and created with thought and care, just as each of our students are unique individuals.  All of the hands were combined into an artwork of the world, visually conveying how we all can join together and contribute to something bigger than ourselves.
Through this creative process the students were able to explore the many repurposed journaling materials and treasures that can be found in the art rooms, which are perfect materials for creating unique and sustainable art pieces. The art program at Woodlawn provides students with the tools, knowledge, and inspiration to incorporate sustainable practices and materials into their own art.

Below are pictures of the “Together We Can Make a World of Difference” collaborative art piece.





The final product...

Yay for recycled art!

Tuesday, September 10, 2013

Here we go again...



Hey cyber world!

I have been gone for oh so long... My last attempt at returning did not play out as I had planned. I am making every effort to get back into this blog with music, photography, and my K-6 (and high school) art projects! Here is a sweet little taste of what's been playing as we are going into the 3rd week of school! All my best to you teachers out there!!




Artist: Dr. Dog
Song: The Breeze
Album: Fate