Art room posts moving to Facebook

Hi Everyone,

You may be wondering where I've been since my last post.  Well, I have decided to move the art posts to Facebook.  The reason behind this decision is because I was unsure how many people were actually seeing my posts.  On Facebook I am able to see how many people my posts have reached and I believe Facebook is easier to access than a lengthy blogspot domain name.  So, check out Franklin Elementary School Art on Facebook.  Here's the link to LIKE!

https://www.facebook.com/franklinschoolart/

Mandalas

5th grade has started the mandala lesson this week.  The word "mandala" is Sanskrit for "circle".   Through the use of rulers and compasses, the students measure and hand draw their design so that it shows radial symmetry.   Look at a few photos of them starting off.

Part of the reason why I love what I do...

When I get beautiful letters, small drawings and little tokens from my students.

Birch tree collage

First grade created these beautiful collages.  They practiced cutting without lines, glueing so the paper ACTUALLY sticks and using permanent marker to make delicate lines to make realistic birch trees.  The final touch was with chalk which created the snowflakes.

Triangle fox

This was a one day, make & take project that challenged the minds of the third grade.  The entire piece was created from triangles, the only pieces pre made for them were the orange and white shapes that made the fox. However, the tricky part was that they were not labeled so each student had to create the animal by looking at the sample and playing around with the cut shapes.  They came out great!

Observation drawing

We spent a considerable amount of time talking about the shapes they see and simplifying what they see in order to accomplish this project.  They did a wonderful job observing shapes and getting it on paper.  Take a look!

Printmaking

Grade 4 created foam plate "fall" designs and made prints.  They are stunning!  Take a look at some of the process and finished pieces.

I'm baaaaack!!!

My first two days back were amazing!  I was greeted with many, many smiles and a lot of questions about my daughter.  It was wonderful!  It really made coming back to work easy- and of course I'm so very thankful that I love what I do!!!

As for the happenings in my art room:

I am currently finishing up some lessons that my sub, Mrs. Cossingham had started and then we will be into winter art in the next few weeks.  Stay tuned for pictures and posts!!

Franklin Art

Dear Franklin Families,

As you may or may not know, I had a baby girl in August and have been out on maternity leave.  However, I will be returning in November.  Just this past week I visited Franklin and saw many students throughout the hallway.  I am looking forward to my return and have been even doing a little lesson planning here and there.  Below is a photo of my daughter, Natalie who has been keeping me busy since August 25th!  Can't wait to see everyone soon and get back to creating great art!

-Mrs.Rivera

June 3rd Arts & Academic Night

Come visit the Franklin School on June 3rd to see your child's art, hear them perform with our music teacher, Mr. Rinker as well as visit their classroom that is  full of great work!

Our book fair is open that night too!   

Paper weaving

Masks