Monday Mayhem: Slowdown and Shade

This week I'm working with my 4th grade students on value. We're discussing shadows and different techniques of shading. Here's a little of what we're doing for just practice right now:

Thursday Think Tank: Spring Art Show 2014!

So technically as I write this its Wednesday, but details details.

I have to brag a little bit, for the first time in my teaching career all of the selected artwork for the Spring Art Show is labeled and ready to go! Here is what I'm talking about:

And the final display!

Every artwork in it's place!

Remember those 3D dolls? They look amazing and this one
has such a special story!

Thursday Think Tank: OPEN HOUSE 2014

Open House is one of my favorite times of the year!  It gives parents an opportunity to see what the art studio is all about! Here is my set up for this year!