A couple weeks ago I went to see Grant Wood: American Gothic and Other Fables at the Whitney Museum. To be honest besides American Gothic I wasn’t very familiar with his work and I was curious about…
Last weekend we went to a really amazing art show by Distort – a mural artist I really admire at the Deep Space Gallery. Upon entering the showroom you see one of a many absolutely awesome wall…
With Tim Barber Architects and Scribe Studio, this L.A. art director brought his 1930s Spanish-style home back to life.
A guide to the best things to do in Le Marais, Paris - from historic attractions to trendy bars and restaurants.
I would love to stroll this hillside at sunrise, wouldn’t you?! Beautiful landscape with lovely greens and a perfect sky.
For my birthday my husband and I took the day off and went to The Cloisters in NYC. I am so glad we did this. Hard to believe you are still in the city and with the magnificent Fort Tryon Park right…
From historic sites, vibrant neighborhoods to stunning murals, and world-class museums, here are some of the best things to do in Warsaw!
This was a super fun project my Grades 4- 6 mixed elective class did at the end of this school year. They LOVED this project- some even made 2 or 3. I pretty much followed the excellent instructions posted HERE on the "We Heart Art" blog. She found the idea on the Fine Lines blog. I was worried we would have to use that chunky yarn (of which I had none) but regular yarn worked well. I collect empty cereal boxes from my students all year long and stockpile them for projects such as these. Students drew some type of abstract pattern on the card. I encouraged them to use shapes as opposed to open lines as we would be colouring these in. Of course some did non-abstract images and some used some open lines and they all worked out regardless :) Once the lines were drawn, students passed over the lines using regular white glue. Then they put pieces of yarn on top. We let these dry overnight. It's important to use heavy duty aluminium foil for this next step. It's just sturdier and thicker. Students cut a piece off the roll that was about an inch larger than their cardboard. Then they covered the back of the tin foil liberally with a glue stick. They need to use ALOT and do it carefully in one direction so the foil doesn't bunch up and rip. Other blogs used spray glue for this step but I didn't have any- the glue stick worked pretty well. Then put the foil over-top and, starting from the center, gently rub over the design using a small square of felt. It really works for buffing the foil over the yarn. Take your time with this step- the more you carefully rub around the yarn, the better the final artwork will work. Some students tended to rush this step. Once it's all glued down, I show students how to neatly wrap the foil onto the back- a technique I used during my book-making phase ;) Then the fun part: colouring the whole image with coloured Sharpies! Don't colour the raised yarn part. Here are Grades 4 - 6 results: This students did 2: one using cool colours and one using warm colours
I love the look of 3 dimensional art and metal embossing is a fun way to come up with a unique project. This week, I took one of my older patterns, Holiday Partridge, and made her into a brilliant foil embossed piece of art. This easy DIY project is based off of grade school memories.
Learn more about the best things to do in Kortrijk and we'll also tell you where to stay, eat and how to get to the city.
Use this free printable to to learn about different types of texture in art. Show kids the difference between implied texture & actual texture the easy way!
Monet was the father of Impressionist painting. Check out our Art appreciation series - 10 Claude Monet Art Projects for Kids - impressionism, lily pond etc
I LOVE Libraryland! Have I mentioned that before? I have always been an avid volunteer, one that likes to try new things.. and I love connecting. Now, is libraryland overwhelming.. it sure is! Another thing I love is learning from others (and having a space to offer to different activities is great as well) The title of this blog is collaboration.. but when rethinking and writing it, I realize that the collaboration that I had with my art teacher was bouncing ideas off of each other.. and making sure the space was ready for various activities. That is still collaboration..right?? Before I became a librarian.. I was already following some amazing librarians (some that I will actually get to meet in person soon!!!) So, one awesome librarian/tech facilitator Nikki Robertson posted this way cool picture that she had found (if you are the original poster of this.. would you please let me know so I can thank you for the wonderful idea.. and give you credit!) How absolutely beautiful is this! So, I talked to my amazing art teacher on campus.. and the conversation went something like this: "Hey Mrs. R... want to work on something like this for the first of the year? The feathers can be students hopes, dreams, wishes and resolutions." "Sure! That is great!" A couple of weeks later.. Mrs. R approaches me and shows me the bag of beautiful feathers. "Yes, Mrs. R.. these are PERFECT! How can I help!?" "I am still getting feathers" We decided to hang this up for science night (as what better time to talk about wishes and dreams) "Hey Mrs. R.. what can I do to help with these wings?" "Help me hang them!" In other words.. I had nothing to do with this! (Well.. I did make the poster above the wings.. and I helped hang them) Seriously.. they are beautiful! She created a generic feather and then asked each student in the school to create/decorate their own and then combined them with this wonderfulness.These wings are right across the hall from the library, so I loved hearing the conversations that students had with their parents about their goals and dreams (and of course it was a perfect photo opp!) Mrs. R. the rocking art teacher At the beginning of January, Mrs. R. came to me and asked if I would like to help with a Chinese New Year Celebration. She did tell me that there would be no glitter! (Side note.. I love seeing things being created in the library.. and I don't mind mess. HOWEVER.. I HATE using glitter.. that is the one thing not allowed) Of course I said yes.. as the library is a great space to have people! We set a date, got it on the calendar.. and like before I asked what can I do to help. The space is how I helped (and help somewhat monitor the stations) The Chinese New Celebration ran much like the Late Night in the Library. It was an extended time with several stations set up. I read a short story in the middle of the time, but the hightlight.. the Dragon Dance! Stations: -Rooster stamp -Paper lanterns (like this idea.. but of course there are tons of ways that you can make them) -Chinese Plastic Spoon Dancing Dragon (like this idea, but did it with plastic spoons, string and paper pieces) -Chinese drum (much like this idea) -Write Happy New Year in Chinese (this was a super cool station because she had put out thin paper and brushes with the black paint) The art club students ran the stations, and we had over 30 attendees for a Friday afternoon. These art club students are also the ones who did the Dragon Dance. We are already talking about next year for this! We are going to do the Dragon Dance to end the day.. but before the event starts as almost a parade to the library. Did you celebrate Chinese New Year? How do you collaborate? Upcoming blogs- -how my lesson plans are evolving -February happenings (I just finished my first actual display!)
Nyköping is one of Sweden’s oldest towns, offering a mix of historic architecture, dining, shopping, art, and a lively waterfront.
Well-known for beautiful year-round weather, Southern California offers exceptional opportunities to get out and explore nature. Each Irvine Pacific neighborhood is minutes from Orange County’s most beautiful hiking trails and scenic outdoor destinations, providing a gateway to the great outdoors. To ensure you can take advantage of all the activities available nearby, we’ve gathered a list of hikes and outdoor activities, so grab your sneakers, bike, tennis racket or fishing pole and head outside!
A complete travel guide to Valletta, Malta. The best things to do in Valletta, Malta, incluidng where to eat, drink and stay.
Looking for the most efficient way to hang student artwork for a school wide art show? Well look no further! Click through to follow the 6 easy steps that will save your time and your sanity and are art teacher approved!
Are you considering some ideas of garden path to enhance your outdoor space?
Plan a one day in Seville itinerary to visit top Moorish attractions & savour Andalusian delights. Consider Sevillian tapas bars & experiencing a flamenco show.
The City Stroll Sweater is an oversized sweater with a cropped, hip fit that is perfect for wearing on a night out or any special occasion. The sweater has a beautiful drape but is cozy and thick enough to keep you warm. SIZE XS (S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL) MEASUREMENTS Width (when measured flat): 50 (56, 60, 65, 71, 76, 82, 86, 88) cm / 19 (22, 23, 25, 27, 29, 32, 33, 35) inches Length: 43 (44, 46, 49, 52, 54, 55, 57, 58) cm / 16 (14, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 22, 23) inches MATERIALS 5 (6, 8, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15) skeins of Fantasy in Abstract (02) Weight 5 Copyright @ justtheworsted (Lindsey Muscarella) 2021. No part of this pattern may be reproduced or transmitted in any form. The pattern is for personal use only. If you want to sell a finished product, you must ask for permission from the designer. No refunds for digital items.
Ils sont nombreux à s'être cassé les dents sur cette énigme : identifier, dans la ville de Delft, le lieu illustré par Vermeer dans sa toile intitulée La ruelle. En désespoir de cause, certains ont même avancé l'hypothèse qu'il avait peint un endroit...
Discover the vibrant city of Rotterdam, Netherlands, with our ultimate guide to the best things to do. Whether you're a history buff, art enthusiast, or food lover, Rotterdam has something for everyone. Explore the iconic cube houses, marvel at the modern architecture, and take a leisurely stroll along the picturesque riverfront. Don't miss out on
