In visual arts, texture is one of the Elements of Art. It is the perceived surface quality of an artwork. Generating texture in a drawing is one of the most essential drawing skills. This is what makes drawing appears natural and gives a level of realism that is instantly appreciated by the viewers when the artwork has varying amounts of texture, from subtle to very rough, in it.
Name of Artist: Yang Zhiyu
Class: 5A
Title of Artwork: The Cat's Friend
Size of Artwork: 21 cm x 30 cm
Artist’s Statement: The cat and the butterfly are friends and it does not matter what animal they are, they still can be good friends.
Name of Artist: Hu Shutian
Class: 5B
Title of Artwork: Puppy
Size of Artwork: 21 cm x 30 cm
Artist’s Statement: Looking at a pencil drawing of a dog can spark memories or emotions associated with dogs in general. Dogs are often seen as loyal companions, and a drawing can capture the bond between a pet and their owner. Additionally, dogs can have symbolic meanings in various cultures, representing qualities such as courage, loyalty, and protection.
Name of Artist: Jolie Wong Shir Ying
Class: 5C
Title of Artwork: Faithful Puppy
Size of Artwork: 21 cm x 30 cm
Artist’s Statement: Dogs are faithful and loyal to their owners. In art, dogs have often been used as symbols of fidelity, faithfulness, protection, wealth, and unconditional love. I have always wanted a dog for a pet. I decided to choose this dog as I thought that it is very cute.
Name of Artist: Natalie Chay Yun Xi
Class: 5D
Title of Artwork: Sleeping Kitten
Size of Artwork: 30 cm x 21 cm
Artist’s Statement: Sleeping kitten, peaceful moment, happy dream, a great day!
Name of Artist: Wu Yixuan
Class: 5E
Title of Artwork: Warriors
Size of Artwork: 21 cm x 30 cm
Artist’s Statement: I named it Warriors. It came from a book called Warriors, it is a series of books that tells the story of cats, I really like that book, so I want to name the cat with that name.
Name of Artist: Chua Zhao Qi Clarence
Class: 5F
Title of Artwork: The Fierce Tiger
Size of Artwork: 21 cm x 30 cm
Artist’s Statement: I like tigers. The tiger looks fierce and aggressive when it is hunting for food, but it can also look cute when it is in a non-aggressive state. This inspired me to draw a fierce tiger which stares at its prey.
Name of Artist: Qin Zishan
Class: 5G
Title of Artwork: Nice Flower
Size of Artwork: 21 cm x 30 cm
Artist’s Statement: Once, I saw a flower that looks like this. It looked very beautiful and this drawing reminds me of it.
Name of Artist: Tan Lik Han Abygail
Class: 5H
Title of Artwork: Puppy
Size of Artwork: 21 cm x 30 cm
Artist’s Statement: The use of shading and contrast in a pencil drawing can bring out the texture and features of the dog's fur, as well as capture the expression and personality of the animal. Pencil drawing of a dog can be a beautiful and meaningful work of art that captures the essence of these beloved animals.
2022
Name of Artist: Tan Li Qing Evonne
Class: 5A
Title of Artwork: King of the Sky
Size of Artwork: 21 cm x 30 cm
Artist’s Statement: After watching the King of the Skies show at Jurong Bird Park, I was impressed by the eagle. It is a fearless and majestic bird which overcomes challenges and fears when learning to become independent. Hence, I named my artwork after the show.
Name of Artist: Wang Shuhong Stephanie
Class: 5B
Title of Artwork: Blossom
Size of Artwork: 21 cm x 30 cm
Artist’s Statement: Lilies most commonly mean devotion or purity, though meaning can vary by type of lily, culture, and colour. Devoting myself trying out shading is something new. Shading enhances the form and shape which I see.
Name of Artist: Valens Chin Tian Ying
Class: 5C
Title of Artwork: Little but Fiesty
Size of Artwork: 30 cm x 21 cm
Artist’s Statement: I think that even if the hedgehog is a little creature and looks defenceless, it still has its own defence. Hence, I focused on the spikes on its own body to create a spikey texture.
Name of Artist: Joan Mak Wing Kei
Class: 5D
Title of Artwork: Little Puppy
Size of Artwork: 21 cm x 30 cm
Artist’s Statement: When doing this artwork, I have learnt many new techniques for pencil artworks. This experience was very relaxing and fun as I get to play around with the techniques and shades of the pencils. I am very happy to have learnt something new during this lesson and I am very happy with the finished art piece.
Name of Artist: Chan Zhi Tian Jaylin
Class: 5E
Title of Artwork: Eternity
Size of Artwork: 21 cm x 30 cm
Artist’s Statement: This is a preserved rose without thorns that stood in the test of time. In face of challenging times, it does not wither but continue to persevere and reflect its beauty in its own ways. Just like us, when we encounter difficult moments, we should be resilient.
Name of Artist: Li Jiayang
Class: 5F
Title of Artwork: My Favourite Animal
Size of Artwork: 21 cm x 30 cm
Artist’s Statement: I have great difficulties shading the texture as I wanted to showcase my favourite animal, Zebra, well. However, I seeked help from my Art teacher and it became very easy after I watched the demonstration from her.
Name of Artist: Tan Zijie Seth
Class: 5G
Title of Artwork: I Poke!
Size of Artwork: 30 cm x 21 cm
Artist’s Statement: Lines over lines and textures are built. Textures are interesting and it is not easy to draw and bring our the textures of objects.
Name of Artist: Calista Loh Zi Xuan
Class: 5H
Title of Artwork: Double Sunflowers
Size of Artwork: 21 cm x 30 cm
Artist’s Statement: Although this artwork was done in black and white, I could picture it in colours. This pair of sunflowers can brighten up someone's mood, bringing joy and happiness. My grandmother's favourite flower is the Sunflower and we get it for her birthday every year.