This painting sent me flying across the room when I saw a big blob of black paint heading its way while it was resting on the drying rack. A drop landed on it, but it didn’t ruffle Ashleigh. She cleverly disguised it in such a way that I don’t even remember where the blob fell. It’s a beauty, for sure, and includes six of our basic human emotions. I love its straightforwardness and how she used the space, not to mention the spectacular use of color.

Ashleigh, 5th grade, September 2013

5th grade art club studied two-point perspective and created their own fantasy tree houses.

5th grade, December 2013

This rain barrel was designed by Cassius in the 5th grade and painted by the 5th grade art club students. It will be auctioned off on May 16 by Keep Athens Clarke County Beautiful. I am super proud of their hard work and Cassius’ awesome design.

5th grade art club, March 2014

I just can’t get enough of these - they are so beautiful. 4th grade students started out making a collograph of a landscape using an assortment of textured materials. They made a print of their collograph using dark brown acrylic paint - that was the day that I had to say, “Trust me.” Then they painted over the dry prints with brilliant watercolors, each making their own unique colors. I think that they are stunning.

4th grade, January 2014

There are a few traditional art subjects that I think every art student should take a shot at - the still life is one. I’m so proud of my 4th graders. They really excelled at this one.


4th grade, March 2014

Braylon

Carl

Batiste

What would you turn your weaving into? My students had no problem coming up with brilliant ideas - a blooming tree, an apron, a sunset, an idea, a robot, a magic carpet. This project was so much fun! More photos on the way.

2nd grade, March 2014

One of my favorite “Mrs. Dean” portraits yet!


Samantha, 2nd grade, March 2014