Monthly Archives: October 2012

As the first term of the year wrapped up, 8th grade students wrapped up and took home some amazing and creative ceramic teapots.  After discussing tea ceremonies and the importance of the steeped beverage in cultures around the world, students … Continue reading →

First Lady Anne LePage issued the call for art and Falmouth 7th graders have stepped up. In partnership with the Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy, the First Lady invited students in grades K-8 to submit an original work of … Continue reading →

7th grade mask designs were inspired by the style of native artisans from Sumatra, Java, Bali and the other islands of Indonesia who use small dots to create complex patterns.  Each masks features a spirit animal chosen by the student.  … Continue reading →

From Egyptian tombs to the Hudson River School, humans have loved to capture the beauty of our homelands and the nature surrounding them. 5th graders have been exploring the elements of landscape in both 3D clay sculptures (coming soon) and … Continue reading →

After many weeks and lots and lots (and lots) of squares, Mr. Adams’ 8th graders have pieced together a massive portrait of 6th Grade Teacher, Mat Holmes, in the distinct style of artist Chuck Close. Close gained great fame for … Continue reading →

After an eventful summer (including a trip to Italy to visit the works of the great masters first hand) the school year has started again and is now in full swing.  Students have been working hard and steadily in the … Continue reading →