Learn+Explore+Create
Environmental
Art
Focus
This week we will examine the connection between art and nature as we explore Environmental Art and Artists associated with the movement.
This is a great opportunity for us to get outside and use natural materials to create!
Please Note: You will notice I have modified the eLearning this week. Under the tab, you will find lessons on different environmental artists and their work.
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Creating VA.CR IM.2 I can research a specific, technique, style or artist to explore new ways of making art
Responding VA. R AL.5 I can analyze the intention of the artist and explore how artwork relates to other ideas.
Responding VA. R NM.5 I can talk about how an artwork has a story or has a message.
Fine Arts Week Gallery!
Thank you to everyone who sent in pictures and videos during Fine Arts Week. It was so exciting to see all of your amazing creativity and talents! If you haven't had a chance, visit the Fine Arts Gallery page.
Please continue to send in pictures to be added to the Gallery each week!
WELCOME
TO
PELICAN ART
LEARN
Learn with virtual art classes designed to continue the classroom experience from home.
EXPLORE
Take virtual tours of art museums from around the world. Look and listen to videos and presentations. Find resources within the community.
CREATE
Create your own work inspired by the virtual focus lessons and skill-building choice boards.
Explore More...
Learn more about Andy Goldsworthy.
Dig deeper into the connections between art, nature and history within the Spiral Jetty.
Ephemeral Art:
Environmental Art is Ephemeral. This means that it will not last. The Sand Mandala is another example of Ephemeral Art. Once complete, it is destroyed. This is done to symbolize that nothing is permanent.
Watch: The amazing creation of a Sand Mandala and discover the history and meaning of the work.
Next Classes
4
May
Environmental Art
Examine the connections between art and nature.
11
May
The Self- Portrait
Explore the famous Self- Portraits of artists throughout history.
18
May
End of Year Review
The last two weeks of school we will review key concepts.
25
May
End of Year Review.
