Lafayette artists are learning about the power of the arts to transmit joy, transform sorrow, change minds, and heal hearts! In Lafayette’s art studio classroom we are not only learning about the elements, principles and media of the visual arts, but are using the arts to gain a greater understanding, depth and richness of language arts, math, science and social studies curricula. We are hoping learning in and through the arts at Lafayette nurtures lifelong learners and creators!

Sunday, March 25, 2012

Fourth Grade Printmakers Explore GYOTAKU

The art of Japanese fish printing is just one of 3 types of prints 4th graders will experience as a part of our PRINTMAKING EXTRAVAGANZA!

INK, PRESS, VOILA!

Sunday, March 18, 2012

INFORMANCE celebrating our learning in 5th grade this THURSDAY 3/22 at 7PM!

Fifth graders are asking, "What are we supposed to wear this Thursday?"
I promised to post a few of last year's 5th graders in their Great Migration, Harlem Renaissance, Depression Era garb. Think button down shirts, hats, vests, suits, ties, suspenders, knee length dresses in florals and solids checks and stripes...




Sunday, March 4, 2012

Art Room SHOUT OUT

I'd like to give a huge shout out to Regina Kirchmaier(au pair for the Bryar family) seen here with Ms. Winkelman tying 2nd grade Fon cloths together.
Regina spends 2 mornings every week donating her time to the art room and can be seen mounting displays, matting art, working with students, and generally making my life a little saner.
THANK YOU REGINA!