Fine Arts Programs in Walhalla

"Creativity is more important than knowledge." Albert Einstein
Adults and children may discover their creative abilities at the Oconee Conservatory of Fine Arts. Here, you may find private lessons for a variety of musical instruments, group lessons for visual and drama arts, and much more. Click on the website down below and call to make arrangements. It's never too late to discover your creative side.
http://www.ocfasc.org/index.htm

New Feature that Shows Students' Art

I have added a new feature to the blog that will allow parents to view their child's artwork and make comments about it. Please come by and visit Mrs. Merrell's first grade students' work and give them a comment about their beautiful creations!

Our Hats Off to You!

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The Kindergarten and first grade classes had a blast creating hats during this short week. We read the book, Do You Have a Hat, by Eileen Spinelli. Next, we discussed the illustrations and the question-Why do we wear hats? Through all the paper, glue, feathers, staples, and sequins, the students expressed their individuality while making their hat.

Halloween Memories

Remembering back into my own childhood, Halloween was my favorite time of year. The leaves were beginning to change colors and fall, the temperature was cooler, and most important of all, the decision of what in the world I was going to dress up as. I couldn't wait to gather up my ideas, grab the scissors, paint, thread,needles,material, and accessories. My mom would gather up all the make-up and sketch ideas for the scariest design ever. Not only did I have to get creative with my costume, but it was very important to have the most unique jack-o-lantern in the neighborhood. That job was for my dad and me. Thinking back, Halloween was great for the family to get together and have fun. Making costumes, carving pumpkins, and cooking scary treats are some of the fondest memories that I have.
Here are some links to visit that may give you some ideas for a scary, creative, and fun Halloween that your family will always remember.

Homemade Halloween Costumes

Pumpkin Carving

Scary Recipes

The Newest Art Squad Members

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I am a very lucky art teacher to have such wonderful and talented students in Art Squad this year. We started off this year with symmetrical insects. The students have been working hard to create these bright and colorful insect designs.

Frogs Everywhere

The third grade has been busy creating frogs! I taught them a little magic trick of how to show objects close up and far away on a flat sheet of paper. These masterpieces are hilarious to say the least. Come by the all student art show December 1st to see these frogs displayed.

Here are some fun frog links:


http://darsbydesign.com/spudfrog/

http://allaboutfrogs.org/funstuff/java/memory/memorycheck.html

http://gergana1.dir.bg/animals/frogmania.htm







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Audobon's Birds

During this first nine weeks, the students have been learning about James Audobon and his art. Through Audobon's work we were able to learn more about showing emphasis with placement on the paper and color. 5th graders have really enjoyed working on their birds and should be very proud of their artwork. The students' birds will be displayed during the Student Art Show on December 1, 2008. For more information on James Audobon and his work visit these sites:

http://www.audubon.org/bird/boa/BOA_index.html

http://www.audubon.org/educate/kids/