Illusion of Depth

Cockrell learners in 4th and 5th grade are drawing from their imagination.  They were taught various ways to create an illusion of depth with a primary focus on linear perspective.  4th grade students also learned about the famous artist Vincent van Gogh and drew inspiration from his painting of his Bedroom at Arles.  5th Grade students were introduced to architecture and used their imagination to create cityscapes.

Drawing Grids

Cockrell Learners are using advanced proportions to draw Pop Art portraits inspired by Andy Warhol.  This method helps students to draw by using the right side of their brain. Students label the rows and columns and use them as map coordinates so they don't get lost in their drawing.  The drawing grid was first used by the artist Albrecht Durer (1471-1528).   In today's educational paradigm many would label this a STEAM project.   #future ready

Grandparents Day

Students spent the week creating decorations for our Grandparents Day Luncheon. 

Second Grade Fine Arts Night

Second grade students were able to show off their artistic talent with artwork inspired by Pop Artist Romero Britto and Hawaiian Rock Art for a "Hawaiian Fall"  Theme.  They also created Murals for the performance of "The Hello, Goodbye Window."

Art Stations

When students have completed their daily art project they get to go to stations.   Students currently can use clay modeling techniques to create their sculptures at the clay station.  We also have a technology station in which students can use Ozmo masterpiece to practice their contour drawing techniques or the little ones can be engaged and enjoy the magic of Ozmo monster.  We also have sketchbooks that allow students to draw their favorite subjects. 

First Day in Art

Our first day in Art lesson allowed students to create an original work of art with their classmates.  The students made sure not to tell their partner what they were drawing.  It was a fun way to collaborate with another artist and create something they would not have thought of on their own.  We also discussed that Surrealist painters often combine two images that don't go together.   

FISD Vertical Art Show 2018

Elliott Learners putting the A in STEAM

Elliott Learners #futureready #21stcentury learning skills

My students are navigating a webquest to explore famous art, art history, art criticism and analyze works of art.  Engagement and promoting a learner centered environment are just part of implementing 21st century learning skills.  The students then were able to communicate and collaborate on their findings and explain how they could create a work of art inspired by Romero Britto

Collin County Youth Art Show 2018

First and Fifth grade collaborative Mural