This week, kindergarteners explored the art element of line by creating sculptures inspired by wiggly, moving lines. They used paper to bring their "wiggle lines" to life in 3D form.

( work in progress) First graders combined observation and creativity by drawing leaves and filling them with zentangle patterns. They also practiced painting skills by carefully adding watercolor to their detailed designs.

( work in progress) Second graders learned about one-point perspective and how artists use it to show depth. They applied this knowledge to draw imaginative farm scenes with barns, crops, and scarecrows that recede into the distance.

( work in progress) Third grade studied the ornate art of medieval illuminated letters, exploring how art and lettering were combined in the Middle Ages. They designed their own illuminated initials filled with patterns, symbols, and vibrant color.

( work in progress) Fourth graders learned about Tibetan Buddhist sand mandalas and the patience and meaning behind the practice. They then created their own colorful mandalas on paper, focusing on symmetry and intricate detail.

( work in progress) Fifth grade explored the Op Art movement of the 1960s, studying how artists used line and contrast to create optical illusions. Inspired by artists like Bridget Riley and Victor Vasarely, they began their own Op Art ink paintings.

( work in progress) Middle schoolers began the year by reviewing the elements of art and how artists use them effectively. This week focused on line and color, featuring a discussion of Kandinsky’s expressive use of both in his abstract work.