3rd grade artists looked at the artwork of the Aboriginal people of Australia. We viewed many examples and discussed the characteristics found in each. Aboriginal people generally depicted an animal in their artwork and always used lots of dots. A lot of time, they created their artwork on bark from trees. Aboriginals used limited colors because their paint came from things in nature. 3rd grade artists created their own bark art paintings. They chose an animal silhouette to depict and added common Aboriginal dots!
In 3rd grade we looked at artist Charles Demuth and his famous painting "I Saw the Figure 5 in Gold." We discussed characteristics of Demuth's artwork and applied some of them to our own. Along with this, we practiced mixing colors of paint on our own. Each student chose a number or "figure" of their own. The very last step was to incorporate some math problems that equal their special number! Of course, everyone's favorite part was getting to use the gold paint!
3rd grade artists took a look at African culture, specifically African masks. We discussed the uses for African masks and compared and contrasted them to our culture. We looked at several examples. Students were presented with the task of designing their own African mask. They were provided with a reference sheet to inspire them. They enjoyed mixing and matching different masks to create their own and adding pieces from their own imagination as well. Masks were completed using Sharpie and watercolor.
This 3rd grade project has turned out to be one of my favorite projects! The artwork created at the 3rd grade level impressed me beyond measure.
Students began by discussing two important painting terms: tint and shade. They then chose 1 color to apply tints and shades to and used them to fill in the background of their artwork. We then discussed what a silhouette is and looked a examples. Students created a winter tree silhouette on top of their tint/shad background. Finally, students added touches of snow to give a winter feel! Check them out! Students in 3rd and 4th Grade were able to create an Art project in honor of Veteran's Day. Their finished artwork was able to be displayed for the SCES Veteran's Day celebration, led my music teacher, Mrs. Macke. We discussed the importance of Veteran's Day and why we celebrate it. Students then created and abstract piece of artwork with a patriotic theme. They turned out great and really brightened our hallways for the visiting veterans. Thank you past, present and future veterans. We appreciate all the sacrifices you made, make and will continue to make to protect our country.
3rd Grade artist discussed what a portrait is. We talked about the difference between a portrait and a self-portrait and looked at some examples. We then took a look at the human skeleton. We noticed all of the "fancy" names for our bones and what our body would be like if we didn't have a skeleton. 3rd grade artists then combined the two: skeletons and portraits! Students added details to make it uniquely their own!
Students in 3rd grade used some problem solving to create their first piece of artwork for the school year. Each student drew an apple tree because it is fall, even though it doesn't quite feel or look like it outside yet.
Each student was encouraged to come up with a way to get the apples out of the tree. We talked about how it is important to create original pieces of artwork and everyone was encouraged to come up with their own ideas! Once the students had solved their apple problem, they were able to color their projects using mixed media. I hope you are enjoying your break! Find some time to relax and make Art! Check back in the fall for 3rd Grade Art updates!
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