Sweet Art

Before starting this project, sixth graders looked at the delicious paintings of American artist Wayne Thiebaud, his use of thick swirled oil paint to create icing, and his observation of light and shadow.  They then set out to create appetizing cakes of their own with great success. And although it was tough, they voted for the most delicious looking cake via secret ballet...congratulations to Milly Collins! As her prize, Milly got to choose the cake sixth graders will enjoy in their next art class. Soon I'll be baking lemon cakes with white icing...yummy!

Agamographs

Before starting their latest project, sixth graders looked at the art of Yaacov Agam, one of the founders of the kinetic art movement. Agam's obedience to the Orthodox Jewish interpretation of the Second Commandment, "Thou shalt not make unto thee any graven image," is the cornerstone of his ever changing abstract art. Sixth graders created "agamographs," artwork that changes when viewed from different angles. The best way to see them is in person and they are all currently on display in Cathedral's halls. You can also view them HERE.

Prepping for CSW

In preparation for decorating the halls for Catholic Schools Week (1/28-2/3), sixth graders worked in teams to recreate, with their own special touches, this year's CSW logo. At Cathedral, students are definitely learning, serving, leading and succeeding!