Monthly Archives: January 2020

An Ancient Art

Mr. Adams’ 7th graders looked at the intricate body art and facial tattooing of the Maori people. (New Zealand’s native population).  Students first studied Maori and Polynesian motifs and patterns, then pressed clay into a face mold. When the clay … Continue reading

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Last piece from the 1st Semester

Fifth graders finished up their final artwork for the term this week; coil pottery.  They worked hard to roll even coils and incorporate pattern into their pieces. Sculpting was followed by patterned glazing and final firing to reveal these beautiful … Continue reading

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We’re back!

Welcome back from break, everybody.  There was a bit of a hiatus on the blog as the change of term coincided with the business of the holidays, but we haven’t been just sitting around in the art studio. Students have … Continue reading

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