As you know, Veteran's Day is a big deal here at OGS (which it should be everywhere!). 3rd graders are lucky enough to be the featured artists each year for our Veteran's Day celebration. Every year, we do something a little different. This year, the classes will be creating a layered flag collage. The first layer will be text in pencil, then sharpie marker. We brainstormed a list of patriotic words by talking about what it means to be an American. The next layer will be a watercolor light wash of red and blue. The next layer will be painting the blue box and red stripes to make the flag come to life. Lastly, we will add more text and imagery using magazine cutouts. The collages will be sealed with a mod podge coat.
We wrapped up the watercolor painting portion of the project last week. There was a lot of trial and error with the water color paint. Students learned that they have to be very patient with watercolors and allow things to dry otherwise colors can mix together in an unwanted way. I think they turned out great! It was fun to see all the different choices each student made and the personalities they gave their fish.
After the students completed their assignment, they uploaded their art to their Artsonia accounts using a QR Code link and their iPads. Because the students started doing this on their own as second graders, they are becoming pros at the process! |
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