CD Upcycle Project: One to the World

Students learned about "upcycling" for our One to the World unit in art. One to the World (OttW) is a new initiative set forth by Loudoun County where students learn about a "real world" problem and consider a solution. We used 15 year old Mac software CDs that were once used by Eagle Ridge MS, and "upcycled" (repurposed) them to create artwork. Their designs were inspired by the stained glass work of Louis Comfort Tiffany and mandalas. All student CDs will remain hung together for the 6th grade art show in June-they are wonderful in person!

Clay Sculpture: Altered Pinch Pots

Students were very excited for their clay sculpture unit this semester. They learned about 3 main hand-building techniques: pinch pot, coil, and slab. For our summative assignment, students were required  to make a pinch pot (open or closed), but then, they could make it into whatever their hearts desired! A closed pinch pot is made by joining 2 opened pots together to create a hollow cavity. When students were finished sculpting, sculptures were fired, and ready to be glazed. Students chose from over 60 different colors to glaze their work. Check out some examples of our final products!

Artist Trading Cards, Semester 2

Throughout 3rd quarter, students have been working on their collections of artist trading cards during their spare time. Artist trading cards are miniature works of art, on which the student can use any medium. The subject matter is completely the choice of the student. A "trade day" is held each quarter, where students have the opportunity to trade their cards with each other and with their teacher as well! Every student chose their best card to turn in for a formative grade. On the back of each mini work of art, students write their name (they're the artist!), the medium (materials) they used, a title (creativity is encouraged), and the date the card with created.  The photos below are of each student's choice, organized by block.

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Mrs. Baxter's Collection: