Art Show

Here are pictures from my school's annual art show. Each student had something 2D and ceramic displayed for the event. It was a wonderful success!

Paper Mache Masks

These masks were a learning experience for everyone involved. The fifth grade students were introduced to some African masks then began their own by covering a balloon with paper mache with a partner. After a couple layers and letting them dry, they cut them in half and built up facial features. They covered the features in paper mache, painted with tempera, then covered with a varnish.

And here are some of the final masks!
                                                 

Abstract Name Design

I do this at beginning of the year with my fifth grade students. I have them write their names in cursive 10 times. The key is to have the first and last letter touch edges and to have lots of overlapping.