Mrs. Maurais
Welcome!
CONTACT INFORMATION
Teacher Name: Allison Maurais
Hello Artists!
Welcome to Art at CES! Students call me Mrs. Maurais. This is my 9th year at CES. I enjoy the outdoors, cooking, and painting.
Below, you can find some information about your art class this year, expectations for art class, and some images of artwork from students! I look forward to creating with you this year.
K-4: Building Blocks of Art
In K-4 art, we build our skills and learn about the history of art, from the days of Cave Painting all the way up to Pop Art; from how to make and use line all the way up to drawing from life.
You will learn about different well known artists, art from different cultures, art movements, and how to create and express YOURSELF.
My expectations for you are to-
Be Safe- use materials safely, use kind words, be in control of your body, listen to instructions in class.
Be Kind- to yourself, your classmates, your teachers, and your materials.
Be Here- listen and follow instructions, participate in class, and complete your assignments.
Mrs. Maurais
Middle School: Application of Art
Hello Artists,
In Middle School art, we apply our knowledge from K-4 and we use it to challenge ourselves. Your art becomes more personal and purposeful. You will try more challenging techniques and learn about more recent artists. You will think critically about famous art, your art, and your classmates art. Art is all about critical thinking and we will do lots of it!
My expectations for you are-
ROAR
Respect Others and yourself
-using language that is polite and appropriate.
-working collaboratively.
-taking care of materials.
-contributing positively to our community.
-standing up for what you know is right.
-acknowledging and following adult directions.
Act Responsibly
-arriving for each class prepared.
-participating fully and mindfully in class.
-carefully and thoughtfully completing all assignments.
-effectively managing time and materials.
-telling to get someone out of trouble, not into trouble.
Mrs Maurais
Didn't get enough art this month? Click here!
Check out this graffiti art tool from Tate Kids! Street Art Online Tool
Cassie Stephens- Art Teacher in Tennessee http://www.cassiestephens.blogspot.com
Learn your primary colors with the band Ok Go and PBS Kids: Ok Go: Primary Colors Song
Mrs. Westphal at MDES has a great channel on YouTube for art https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7NFT_NEjuYmDpcjDpsgefA
Middle School:
If you like drawing games, check out Auto Draw!
Try an art prompt using the generator at ArtPrompts.Org
Andy Goldsworthy inspired Land Art, learn about him here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FPDH8yCnlk0 and here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LP_-P7ZcWZU
Are you interested in Theater Arts? Check out this Center for Puppetry Arts: Visual Tour of The Dark Crystal Exhibit
Check out our MDIHS's very own Mr. Stillman's youtube challenge for his students : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Ej2V3sPg0Y
Check out this graffiti art tool from Tate Kids! Street Art Online Tool