Kindergarten Abstract lines

  Kindergarteners are learning how to draw lines. We practiced drawing all different kinds of lines on free draw paper. We finally met Mr. Brush and learned how to use him carefully. I put on some music and let the kiddos paint whatever kinds of lines they wanted while listening to classical music.

I introduced students to watercolor pastels and they spent their class time coloring inbetween the black lines however they chose to.

For the final week of this project, students used a brush and water to "paint " the pastels until their coloring looked like paint. 

First Grade Colorful Lines Artwork

First graders are working hard on their first project about lines. They are learning the line names and  how to draw them. They are creating a cool black and white artwork with a pop of color!

Students start out tracing a big circle and add in whatever kind of lines they like. The lines are then colored with markers. 

Adding in different lines with a sharpie is next.  

After the lines and color is complete, it's time to cut out the circle and glue onto a black frame. 

And the finished products!

iPads in the classroom

We are trying something new in the art room this year. Certain classrooms have been selected to begin using an app called Seesaw to create a digital portfolio of their artworks. Students come in with their iPads and place them in a slot which corresponds with the table color they sit at. When their art is completed they grab their iPad and take it over to the photo station to snap a picture of it. I'm amazed at how quick and easy it is for them to do!

3-D Collaborative Lines

Kindergarteners have been learning about lines. They are working on a collaborative 3-D project in which they make lines in an unconventional way. They are also learning how to use a glue bottle in the correct way. I love the way they are using their imagination to create lines and shapes.

My new chair

This summer in art camp, 32 students ages K-6 painted this chair.  It's wild, colorful and the kids all love it. Great job collaborating to paint a very unique place for me to sit!

Students often choose to read after they are finished with their art. This is a favorite spot to crack open a book!