As we approach the second half of quarter 2, our artists at Smyser have been learning many new topics! The younger grade artists learned about fall leaves, and learned how to draw organic shapes, and use cool vs. warm watercolor paints to complete their beautiful wax resist paintings. Third grade artists completed drawings to help support the Friends of Smyser, and also drew art that is inspired by celebrations. Currently, they are in the early stages of using mathematical skills to create cityscape paintings inspired by downtown Chicago! Fifth grade artists have been learning about artists Rene Magritte, Marc Chagall, and Salvador Dalí. They are creating Surrealist drawings combining thoughts/memories from their subconscious mind - daydream, nightmares, memories, deja vu, etc. Their illustrations are sure to confuse their viewers, stay tuned!
Upper grades are learning about Optical Illusions and will create paintings that use organic lines, repetition, hand eye coordination, 3D shading techniques, and watercolor pencil exploration. Seventh and Eighth grade artists are learning about Art and Propaganda. Students create Identity Zines, which they were able to experiment with mostly black and white sketching to create their zine booklets. Next, they will explore shading techniques to create close-up hyperrealism drawings based on the human face. Upper grades also worked hard to also create winter inspired drawings that will be used for Smyser Holiday Cards. Purchase your packs today!!
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Congratulations to the November/December Artists of the Month!
K - Victoria Polan (99)
1 - Brandon Jasso (206)
3 - Angelina Vicens (202)
5 - Noelia Diaz (302)
6 - Dalal Samrah (414) and Malcolm Torres (409)
7 - Matthew Villanueva (406)
8 - Albert Aguilar
Upper grades are learning about Optical Illusions and will create paintings that use organic lines, repetition, hand eye coordination, 3D shading techniques, and watercolor pencil exploration. Seventh and Eighth grade artists are learning about Art and Propaganda. Students create Identity Zines, which they were able to experiment with mostly black and white sketching to create their zine booklets. Next, they will explore shading techniques to create close-up hyperrealism drawings based on the human face. Upper grades also worked hard to also create winter inspired drawings that will be used for Smyser Holiday Cards. Purchase your packs today!!
Click Here to Order your Smyser Winter Greeting Cards!!!
Congratulations to the November/December Artists of the Month!
K - Victoria Polan (99)
1 - Brandon Jasso (206)
3 - Angelina Vicens (202)
5 - Noelia Diaz (302)
6 - Dalal Samrah (414) and Malcolm Torres (409)
7 - Matthew Villanueva (406)
8 - Albert Aguilar