Armed with a new camera, tons of inspiration from all of the wonderful photographers in blogland and more interest than talent - I created this mosaic last spring and have been playing and learning and pushing my creative boundaries ever since.And... I thought it would be fun for kids to learn along with me! On Friday, 5th and 6th grade students brought cameras (of all different kinds and qualities) to school and we set off into the playground searching for shape. Our 'Inspirational Artist' was the talented Kenda - we studied her 'Walk through the Churchyard' mosaic and the kids ate up her repetitive use of diamonds, and the way she cropped to create completely different pictures.
Then we headed into the computer lab to upload and manipulate photos and create mosaics - their teacher is a tech wiz!
Photography by M. Gilbert - 6th GradeNext time we will focus on shadows and reflections...
Oh Morgan you did great here kiddo. And Beverly what about a new camera, was something wrong with your other (almost new) one?
ReplyDeletehow fun is that!?! answer: way too much fun!!! fabulous!
ReplyDeleteI especially like the long perspective of the spiral binding. This is a cool idea...I think I'll give it a whirl.... but what shape? I'm feeling a little square today. (perhaps a chocolate bar influence)
ReplyDeleteSomething I would have loved to do at school.
ReplyDeleteGreat photo mosaics.
Aww, I feel very honoured and am all pink and blushy - thank you! What a GREAT, fun class... I bet they loved it!!! I wish I'd had someone like you as a teacher when I was at school. Can't wait to see next week's interpretations...
ReplyDeleteWhat a great way to engage kids and teach them how to find the art in their surroundings!
ReplyDeleteb, this speaks of an inspired teacher and i can guarantee you that this class will not be forgotten. it is the type that remains etched on a child's brain forever. i have started doing similar classes for my students that display serious behavioural problems and the healing it has brought about has been brilliant.
ReplyDeleteWow! I am so impressed! Just beautifully done. Those kids are blessed to have this creative outlet and teachings!
ReplyDeleteYou must be such an inspiration to your kids - what fun!
ReplyDeleteKristin :)