by taswann | Nov 14, 2016 | Previous Posts, Projects
We travelled back in time to the Middle ages and learned about the Legend of St. George and the Dragon. Students drew their own dragons and then used balloon pumps to create the fire that spreads across the castle. Laughter filled our classrooms during this...
by taswann | Nov 14, 2016 | Previous Posts, Projects
“It’s probably hard for anyone looking at my landscapes today to realize that I was once regarded as a rebel, a dangerous influence; that I’ve been told I was on the verge of insanity, that my painting was nothing but meaningless daubs. Lawren...
by taswann | Nov 14, 2016 | Previous Posts, Projects
Gothic Art is concerned with the painting, sculpture and architecture that flourished in western and central Europe during the Middle Ages. In the years between 1100 and 1600, architecture was the most important and original art form. We framed our artwork with a...
by taswann | Oct 18, 2016 | Previous Posts, Projects
The Ming Dynasty existed from 1368 – 1644 and during this time the Imperial porcelain factory was established in Jingdezhen, China. Dishes were manufactured for use in the imperial court and were marked by the reign mark of the emperor himself. During this time...
by taswann | Oct 18, 2016 | Previous Posts, Projects
Our first class for the Fall session travelled back in time to the Lascaux caves in France. They are famous for the Palaeolithic cave paintings found in a complex of caves in the Dordogne region of southwestern France. The exceptional quality, size, and...
by taswann | Sep 30, 2016 | Previous Posts, Projects
Art in Action had a lot of fun at the Welcome Back BBQ at Kingsway College this past weekend. Students were inspired by the season and I love the colours they mixed for the background. We used tape to make off our trees and sponges and acrylic paint to fill in the...
