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Kindergarten Art-
Drawing- While looking at real pineapples, Kindergartners drew the shapes they saw. They focused on the direction the lines went and drew what they “really” saw!
For a background, they painted by dipping marbles in paint, and tried to control the marbles as they rolled around the tray. This was repeated with several colors. The finished piece looks similar to a Jackson Pollack painting. The pineapples were then cut out and glued on top. You can pick up your child’s amazing work of art during the conferences!
Color Mixing-Students used play dough to experience color mixing. They were each given three pieces of play dough that were red, yellow and blue. Their task was to mix the primary colors to create the secondary colors. All six colors were used to create a small sculpture.
Paper Clay-To celebrate the Chinese New Year, Kindergartners rolled out paper clay into the shape of a snake. Kept long or coiled up, the snakes were then painted with neon paint and decorated with rhinestones.

Grade One Art-
Drawing-While looking at a tricycle, Grade One students looked for shapes that they saw and recorded them in their sketchbooks. Then they drew individual parts of the trike in detail. Their final drawing was done on a large sheet of paper, with pen and ink. Each painting is unique and drawn from a different perspective. These can be taken home during conferences.

Clay-
Each student created a paper clay pot using the pinching technique. They rolled their clay into a ball, used their thumbs to make a hole in the middle and then shaped the walls by pinching with their fingers. Patterns and designs were added with chopsticks and toothpicks. More designs were added with neon watercolor paint.
This process was repeated, using ceramic clay. The students were now familiar with the vocabulary and the process. After the green ware was fired, the bisque ware pots were glazed. Many students created themes such as fish with waves, rabbits with carrots or other creative ideas that had personal meaning for them.

Grade Two Art-
Self Portraits- Students looked in a mirror to get the correct proportions and shapes of their facial features. Using torn or cut paper, they assembled a collage of their face. Each one reflects their unique personality.
Drawing- Students have been learning to contour draw. By focusing on each line, edge and curve, they draw what they “really” see. Their 3-D cans were very well done.
Clay- Students rolled clay into spirals to create a turtle shell. The technique of adding on was used to create the figurine of a turtle. Chopsticks and popsicle sticks were used to add design and details. The bisque ware was glazed with additional designs. These colorful turtles can be picked up during the conferences.

Grade Three Art-
Painting- Students are beginning an Aboriginal painting. First, we looked at examples of Aboriginal art. Then, students sketched an Australian animal they wanted to paint. First, the animal was outlined. Then, the animal’s habitat was painted in the background. Students used lines that showed movement, texture and repetition in their painting. Inside the animal was painted using sticks that were large medium and small. These are not finished yet, but the students are already showing an incredible attention to detail!
Clay- Students created a self-portrait on a slab of ceramic clay. First they looked in a mirror to draw the correct shapes and proportions. Then they added on hair and facial features to make this a 3-D self-portrait. Some students put clay through a garlic press to make thin strands of hair. Details were added to the clothing or background that had personal meaning to each child. You can pick up your child’s 3-D self-portrait during conference week!

Grade Four Art-

Orchids- This painting has been a tradition here at TAS. Grade Four students learn many skills with this painting project. First, they contour draw a live orchid. Every line, edge and detail is drawn exactly as they see it.

Students learn how to do a watercolor wash, using analogous colors on the color wheel. They learn how to use the wet-on-wet technique to create realistic orchids and leaves. Containers show reflection, form and shadows. These beautiful paintings can be seen throughout the second floor halls.
Clay- Antoni Gaudi, a Spanish Catalan architect, was known for excessive details on his projects and his distinct style. Grade Four students created a ceramic gecko, in a similar style to Gaudi. The green ware was highly decorated with detailed designs using chopsticks and toothpicks. Many colors of glaze
were used to created even more patterns and designs. These can be seen and picked up during the conference days.

Grade Five
Art-Clay- Using the coil method, students made cups, pots and containers. Starting with a base, coils were added to for the walls. Spirals, balls or small pieces of clay were added as designs along the way. Many clay projects had themes such as animals, food or faces. Some even made lids to go on top. Students added texture or marks to the clay and later added patterns and details with glazes. These amazing pieces can be picked up at school during conference time.


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