If you are the proud parent of a 4th or 5th grader you might notice a spring in their step over the next few days. Clay projects are beginning in art and kids are happy!
5th graders have eagerly been awaiting the creation of coil pots. Earlier this year they were introduced to Maria Martinez, a famous Native American potter. They created 2-d pots adorned with colors and patterns inspired by Native American pottery. All students will be working with clay coils for this project just like Maria Martinez did to build her pots. However, students have the option of smoothing their coils or leaving them visible and also have some choice in how they underglaze their pots. So everyone will be working in the same style their will be a variety of looks at the end - some obviously inspired by Native American art and some more original pieces.
4th graders will be creating clay gargoyle heads in art. They will learn about the history and functions of gargoyles from the middle ages. Students will also view many gargoyles from Europe to inspire their own design. Then they will use multiple hand building techniques to create their own gargoyle. Later in their classes, they will use their gargoyles to inspire a writing project!
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