::: OCEAN ART :::

    Fourth and fifth grade artists from Buker and Cutler Elementary Schools, have their artwork on display for the month of May at the Wenham Museum! Out of 139 students, 56 were selected to participate based on the size of the display space and to have an even mix of the two elementary schools. The theme was ocean art and the students did an excellent job crafting these multiple step projects. Read below for more information on the art process, materials, and photos.

                                                          4^th grade   

                                                      ::: Whale Art :::

                                           Drawing, Painting & Collage 

Students created their whale drawings by focusing on Realism, value and blending techniques. After viewing the short video Austin’s Butterfly, we discussed critiquing artwork through using a scientific eye and how to give helpful feedback. Then, they paired up and critiqued each other’s whale drawings before adding the final touches. Next, they created their collage backgrounds using painted paper and a variety of blues to represent water. 

 

                                                            5^th grade

 :: Ocean Art: Drawing & Painting ::

To start, fifth grade students worked as a team to mix four blue color values. They used a color value scale from white to dark blue and blended paints to create an underwater background. Then, we studied silhouettes and ocean creatures. Next, students drew their choice of creatures to finish their marine art.