“We
are all made of star stuff.” - Carl Sagan
For this project, art
students were given the opportunity to study something they were
personally interested in. As they researched their topics, they
recorded thoughts and information on their blog sites.
In the end, they translated their learning into a personally
meaningful artwork. Artworks could be any form, size or medium.
One
student studied Marine Biology, then used seeds and beans to
recreate that underwater environment. I wonder what type of sea
creature is just about to enter this frame...
- Tamaira, Grade11
If
you were going to make a wire sculpture, how would you do it? What
tools would you need? Notice the overlapping nature of the cat
sculpture and the unique addition of the marble eyes?
Jen, Grade 9
What
do Frank Sinatra, Harry Connick Jr, and Nat King Cole have in
common? This artwork celebrates their contributions to the music world and their shared
passion for Jazz.
Ryley, Grade 9
Judging
people by their gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation or
social status are all forms of prejudice. Notice how these students demonstrate that we are all the same!
Hanna and Nicole, Grade 9
What
kind of dreams do you have at night? This student chose to look
at brain function and dreams. See how she connected the
brain scan within a dream catcher in her artwork.
Rachel, Grade 9
Can
you identify how this artist chose to represents eating disorders? Look
for the tiny red heart inside. Imagine how you might feel if you
suffered from Anorexia or Bulimia?
Julia, Grade 9
Alyssa and Hailey, Grade 9
Hypnotism
– what do you know about it? How are hypnotists helping
people overcome issues in their life so they can lead happier lives?
Gwen and Julia, Grade 9
Can
you image being a cartoon artist? What skills would you need to
have? Where would you go to school? What types of characters or
messages would you include in your comics?
Brittany, Grade 11
Some reports suggest that 1 in 10 people struggle with depression! Take a close look at the details and mixed media in this canvas painting with the figure being controlled by depression. Read the inner dialogue revealed on this very powerful painting!
Alyssa, Grade 9
What could you accomplish if you had the time and resources to commit to finding your passions? Voicing your concerns? Sharing your big ideas?
Nina Cottam, Rotary Exchange Student, demonstrates painting skill, and her passion for freedom of rights in her painting of Nelson Mandala. Notice she has also included the visionary words of social rights activist, Desmond Tutu.
Can you use you personal strengths to share your skills, knowledge, or big ideas with the world? You don't need to be an artist. You just need to be confident enough to follow your heart!
(above) Using
spray paint and the addition of beads as stars, Kiana, Grade 11
connected with the famous astronomer, Carl Sagan and his quote, “We
are all made of star stuff.”
