Here are three spectacular artworks that were finished today by first grade artists Addie, Ida and CiCi.They were prompted to create an artwork of a place that they find to be beautiful, after looking at photos of a variety of places and the painting Autumn Reflection by Richard Steele. They began by stamping their overall composition and then completed their works using tempera paint and several different sized brushes. Each work is so vibrant and lively; and has a real sense of fun and beauty.

First grade, August 2014

The year is off to a wonderful start. I’ve had a great first couple of weeks and have really enjoyed meeting so many new and creative artists - I expect great things from these kids this year. So, get ready … we’ll start finishing some works in the next week or two.