second grade art
In second grade we will learn about how artists can tell stories through their artworks and inspiration can come from real or imaginary sources. We will also look at art from different cultures such as Molas from Panama and study artists and movements like Picasso and Cubism. We will work on evaluating our own work throughout the creative process. Second graders will create sculptures, collages, drawings and paintings. We will have lots of fun using our creativity to create our own masterpieces!
-Mrs. Benner
-Mrs. Benner
Art from different cultures
We are going to look at fine and folk art from several different cultures around the world. We will examine the variety of art making from several different regions and try them out for ourselves.
We are going to look at fine and folk art from several different cultures around the world. We will examine the variety of art making from several different regions and try them out for ourselves.
Molas by the Kuna Indians of Panama
The Kuna Indians have made beautiful clothing known as Molas for generations. This traditional folk art form is made by sewing layers of fabric together, then cutting away individual layers to expose colors underneath and sewing them together. The subject matter can vary between animals, geometric designs, nature and daily life.
Oaxacan Animal Sculptures
The people of Oaxaca (WAH-ha-ka), Mexico are known for their wooden animal sculptures that are painted in magical patterns. While the Oaxacan people carve their animals out of wood, we will be making ours out of clay. We will learn how to use a variety of 3D shapes to make a lizard. Students will learn how to join pieces of clay, pinch to add form and paint using bright colors and patterns.
Second graders will look at art from Japan that uses the cherry blossom tree, a symbol of the beauty of life. Students will also discover how cherry blossom trees came to the United States as a gift from the Japanese to show our friendship.