Engaged, Responsible, Safe and Kind! Photo collages by grades 5 and 6

Fift and sixth graders used iPads with the PhotoCollage app to create photo collages that show what our school-wide expectations look like in the Art Room.

RESPONSIBLE

ENGAGED

KIND

SAFE

Home

First and second grade artists read the beautiful book "Home," by Carson Ellis.  The words in this book are simple, but the drawings are exquisite!  This book illustrates all different types of homes, some real and some made up.  After reading the book, first and second grade artists imagined homes that felt special to them, either based on their real homes or on fantasy.  

This beautiful video shows author and illustrator Carson Ellis working on "Home" in her own home and studio. 


Material World

In the book "Material World," photographer Peter Menzel photographs families around the world sitting outside of their homes with their prized possessions on display.  This images show the many different types of homes that exist in the world, as well as the differences in what people value.

First and second grade artists drew homes, either real or imagined or a combination of both. We used black oil pastels to outline and liquid watercolors to paint. 

#waitsfieldschool #grades1and2 read "Home," by #carsonellis and painted pictures of homes, real and imagined.

A photo posted by Nora (@artclass_allday) on Sep 18, 2015 at 11:49am PDT

Art Room Expectations

DO NOW! (5 Min)

Please WRITE or DRAW an example of how you can be 
ENGAGED
RESPONSIBLE
SAFE
or
KIND
in Art Class!

First Challenge (5 min)

Brainstorm with your table about ways to illustrate the expectation on the card in the center of your table.

Second Challenge (15 min)

Take 2-5 photos of members of your group acting out ways to show your expectation.  
If you need props, please ask. Use the PhotoCollage app to create a photo collage of your images and add text. 
Email your photos to nmcdonough@wwsu.org with the subject line Engaged, Responsible, Safe or Kind

Third Challenge (10 min)

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CLICK HERE TO SEE THE FINISHED PHOTO COLLAGES!

Why is ART Important?

Taking Risks: Challenge, Adventure and Growth Mindset

What does it mean to take a risk?

• Do something you haven't done before.
• Do something that is challenging.
• Go out of your comfort zone.
• Be unsure about something.
• Try something new.  
• Do something you don't know how to do. 
• "Go for it!"
• Push yourself into new things even if you don't want to or feel scared
• You may make a mistake! 

Why is it important to challenge yourself?

• To have fun and excitement in your life.
• To do something thrilling.
• To do something difficult because you won't learn if you do things you know.  
• To see what something new is like.
• To learn and get better at something.  
• It is the only way to experience new things! 
• You might learn something new.
• It makes you feel good!
• You may not feel scared anymore after you do something challenging.  

How does it feel to be outside of your "comfort zone?"

• You might feel nervous.
• Palms sweating
• Proud of yourself
• Scared and Uncomfortable
• Happy and Scary
• "Wow! I can't believe I did that!"
• Happy that you tried something new 
• "GULP!" 
• Awesome!  
• Exciting!
• Nervous because you don't know what's ahead 

Draw an example of a time when you challenged yourself or stepped outside your comfort zone!

What is art and what is Art for?

 videos to get us thinking about why people make art and WHAT IS ART anyway??

Creature Comforts USA - Art from ART 110F on Vimeo.  (RATED PG!)

I am an ARTIST!

I am an ARTIST! 

Careers in Art from Tricia Fuglestad on Vimeo.

I am an Architect:

I can design my dream home or an amazing fort!


I am a Fashion Designer:
I can draw a new outfit or costume!

I am a Graphic Designer:
I can design a logo for a new product or sports team!


I am an Illustrator:
I can draw characters from my favorite story or write an illustrate a short story!

 

Obviously there are many more types of artists out there and the possibilities are endless! 

I am a Portrait Artist:
I can draw a picture of myself or my friend!

 
 

I am a Cartoonist!

I can invent a cartoon character or draw a comic strip!

 

Obviously there are many more types of artists out there and the possibilities are endless! 

Welcome Back!

I am so excited to be back at Waitsfield School! I have many plans for an art class filled with creativity, exploration and fun! It feels great to be in the art room, surrounded with so many different possibilities for our year.  I hope students arrive feeling excited to try new things, take risks and do their best! 

See you on the First Day of School! 

TOP TEN REASONS TO COME TO THE BRIDGE STREET ART FAIR

10. Come out of hibernation! It's finally SPRING! 
9. Ride your bike down Route 100! Join the Bike Parade from the Waitsfield School to the Art Fair, departing at noon.
8. Change your look! Get your face painted, a henna tattoo or a temporary tattoo.
7. Update your decor! Bid on a handmade clock, framed artwork or buy some hand-painted napkins at the Fayston School Children's Art Auction.
6. Boogie to live music!
5. Sit by the river and enjoy ice cream and treats from the Sweet Spot or hot American Flatbread!
4. Find a treasure at The Green Closet, The Artisan's Gallery, 40 Bridge Boutique or at one of the many craft booths!
3. Get inspired by artwork by artists from pre-school to professional, then make your own at one of the free art activity booths
2. Support the Businesses of Bridge Street for a last hurrah before the Covered Bridge closes on Monday.  
1. Celebrate our creative community! 

Remember, please park at Waitsfield School or Waitsfield Telecom!  The parking spaces on Bridge Street must be available for business patrons! This event is free and open to the public and is made possible but the help of many volunteers.  Please email nmcdonough@wwsu.org if you would like get involved!

It's Coming! Bridge Street Art Fair... Saturday, May 16th