Our 8th graders are hard at work to complete art portfolios for their high school applications. Students interested in pursuing art high schools must complete 5-8 pieces demonstrating their skill and creativity through required pieces such as figure drawings and self portraits. This year we have over 10 students applying, an incredible achievement!

8th Grader, Noah, has a fresh take on the "Magical Sandwich" High School Portfolio requirement. Students are challenged to approach the idea of a sandwich in a creative and abstract way while demonstrating knowledge of form and color.

Our 7th graders are diving into observational drawing through a three-object still life project. Students are learning how to carefully observe shape, proportion, and value to create realistic drawings that show depth and detail. 

7th grader, Kip, experiments with composition by arranging chosen objects in visually interesting ways and using shading techniques to bring their artwork to life. We’re excited to see their growing confidence!

Thinking Skills: Critical and Creative Thinking – experimenting with materials and techniques to solve visual problems.
Self-Management Skills: Organization – following multi-step drawing processes. Persistence – refining work to achieve vision.
Research Skills: Observing and analyzing real-world light and shadow in objects.