Training Dates:
Presented: October - December / 2020
Peninsula Hands On Art's "Piecing It Together" project introduces students to "Mosaic" art, the historical style of art where an object is decorated and covered with small pieces of another material, usually glass or stone. Beautiful examples from around the world and creative instruction from local artist Scott Markowitz will inspire students to create their own mosaic trivet masterpieces out of pieces of glass tile, and for older students, objects found around the house.
Learning Goals:
- Historical significance of Mosaic Art
- Use of color and texture in art
- Working with glass as a medium
- Local artist profile - Scott Markowitz
View training video of this project for grades 3-5.
View training video of this project for grades K-2.
"Harbor Heritage Pen and Ink"
AGuest Artist: Jessica Rogg
Training Dates:
Presented: January - March / 2021
Students will learn about the history of the Gig Harbor Fishing Fleet as well as the process of translating a photo into an illustration. Using pen and ink, students will draw a scene featuring the "Heritage" fishing vessel, which is part of Gig Harbor's rich fishing background. Basic instruction of line drawing and pen and ink techniques will be introduced.
Learning Goals:
Learning Goals:
- History of Gig Harbor and its fishing heritage
- Study of "horizon line" and composition of scene
- Pen and Ink techniques
- Local artist profile- Jessica Rogg
View training video of this project for grades 3-5.
View training video of this project for grades K-2.
"Agamographs"
Guest Artist: Robert Sanchez
Training Dates:
Presented: April - June / 2021
A look into the work of Israeli artist Yaccov Agam best known for his contributions in optical and kinetic art. Students will create their own optical art based on warm and cool colors.
Learning Goals:
- Historical examples of kinetic and optical art
- Artist profile of Israeli artist Yaccov Agam
- The use of warm and cool colors in art
- Local artist profile - TBD
Agamograph Parent-Teacher Display Options for all grades
View training video of this project for grades 3-5.
View training video of this project for grades K-2.
"The Art of Sumi-e"
Guest Artist: Lois Yoshida
Training Dates:
Presented: April - June / 2021 (If schools are open to in person learning)
In this project, students will learn about the Japanese art form of Sumi-e painting. Each child will have the opportunity to work with artist grade supplies to create their own masterpiece based on the work of local Sumi-e artist Lois Yoshida.
Learning Goals:
- History and inspiration of Sumi-e painting
- Techniques for Sumi-e painting
- The role of art representing culture
- Local artist profile - Lois Yoshida
