Fun with Textures Holiday Greeting Card

This project focused in on Thanksgiving and Christmas.

The students were given a worksheet of 1/2 squares and used a variety of textures, shapes and colors that made them think of each Holiday.

When the students had completed a page of design squares they picked 4 favorites to use on each greeting card.

The squares were glued down on on 8.5x11 sheet of paper and set up to be printed.

The card could be scanned and printed at a local printer for the Holidays.

Spanish Tile Project

Spainish Tile Project:

Students are given a worksheet on History of Spanish Tile and Reference photos.

Student are given a worksheet with tiles that are divided in 4 sections they must first complete a design for one section then repeat the pattern.

The class analyzes and compliments certain elements of each design. Students are encouraged to pick one design to enhance.

Once the final design has been decided students pick a background color.

Students then are given a 4x4" square and measure out and lightly trace a grid to base the design on.

Students finalize paint colors and learn to layer the paint for more intricate designs.

The finishing touches are added with gel pens and mounted on black matt board.

Students have a final analysis of the completed works.

This project can be completed with construction paper or tiles depending on budget.

Art Happenings

This year has been a difficult year all around as far as the economy goes.

One great thing that has come about because of the tough economy is that doors have opend for me to begin teaching Art! I have been teaching for a year now and am LOVING it! I still can't get enough, I am sure I have as much fun as the students.