Program Description

The Visual Art Department at Germantown Academy is committed to providing a comprehensive education in the arts within the context of a liberal arts education. Our foundation and advanced curriculum is a well-rounded and versatile approach to the study and application of art. It is designed to provide a creatively stimulating education in an open environment of studio classes. Experimentation and innovation, collaboration and social responsibility are themes built into the curriculum. While these courses extend excellent opportunities for the general study of art and life-long arts advocacy, they are also designed to cultivate serious talents in the visual arts. Many of our students have gone on to prominent careers in commercial, fine, and applied arts.

Friday, October 7, 2016

Connectivity cards: Lower School Students Make Art in Maker Space




For this project, 3rd graders were asked to think about what makes them who they are.  They sketched images that represented Topics ranging from their family history and culture, to their favorite foods or colors.  Students reflected together and discussed what makes them connected and unique from each other. They also talked about ways to celebrate these dynamics.  Using their iPads, 3rd graders manipulated a profile picture of themselves and prepared the image for a digital transfer.  Using the laser cutter/engraver in the BCI, the connectivity cards were cut and engraved with their portrait image.  On the opposite side of the card, students transferred their drawing ideas in color.  Collectively, the students finalized the project by building upon each other’s cards to create
one Connective class structure.  Portraits displayed on the exterior of each sculpture present the image people see every day.  When you come close and look inside the sculpture, you can see a more intimate representation.













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