Digital Dropbox

Period 1: https://drive.google.com/a/octorara.org/folderview?id=0B5s3j4KASYUTV2Nha0ZMejQ0ZXc&usp=sharing

Period 2:  https://drive.google.com/a/octorara.org/folderview?id=0B5s3j4KASYUTS0Q2c0JzTGpLcWM&usp=sharing

Period 3: https://drive.google.com/a/octorara.org/folderview?id=0B5s3j4KASYUTLW1oSjBkX0dFUU0&usp=sharing

Period 4: https://drive.google.com/a/octorara.org/folderview?id=0B5s3j4KASYUTOGt3Rk9aOTVVVnc&usp=sharing

Period 6: https://drive.google.com/a/octorara.org/folderview?id=0B5s3j4KASYUTT1M0eWh0Ql9aQlU&usp=sharing

Period 8: https://drive.google.com/a/octorara.org/folderview?id=0B5s3j4KASYUTZGdRWFhaYVVXTjg&usp=sharing

Camouflage hands

8th graders created camouflaged hand paintings--they loved creating this assignment and the results turned out amazing!!

They began by creating the background in paint--the next class period they painted their (non-dominant) hand into the painting--creating a cohesive work of art.  Couldn't be more proud!

Inspired by Mini Matisse

Observational drawing-7th grade

For the first assignment focusing on value, 7th grade students have been working on observational drawings of a hat, stuffed animal or a shoe.  The goal of the assignment is to create a drawing that is in proportion, and includes at least 4 shades from the value scale.  Students usually struggle with their drawings, but I think the examples below did a great job!

Elements of Art-7th grade

7th grade has started out the year by creating an assignment illustrating the Elements of Art.  The two shown below are great examples! Way to go ladies!!

Grade 7 & 8 Art Show

I am so proud of the work my students have completed this year. I love displaying the work in the lobby for all of the students and faculty to see. Students should be very proud of what they have accomplished-I know I am!

Graffiti inspired water colors

7th grade was finishing up their value unit. For the final assignment I decided to have the subject of their work be graffiti inspired. Students love the look of graffiti letters! After teaching them how to create a simple "bubble" letter, students had to create some sort of background and then use watercolor to demonstrate value. I would say that 95% of the students did a phenomenal job! I was really proud of their work and the results.

Bulletin board

I've been trying to figure out a way to make art history accessible to middle school students. I saw this idea online and had to make it for my room. My goal is to change the artist monthly (if not sooner). I am also going to try and relate the artist to the assignments happening in the room. Currently my 8th graders are working on an assignment "inspired" by the artist Chuck Close.