Reduction Styrofoam Self-portraits

Fifth grade is finally finishing up the reduction styrofoam prints inspired by Andy Warhol. Here are a few that just came off the drying rack! These prints take a long time but the result is worth the wait!


First we studied facial proportion and used mirrors to draw a self-portrait. Then we transferred the drawings to foam.


We printed 3 colors and reduced the plate before each new color. It was a little tricky to register the plate each time! I think these prints will look great at out art show in March!

-- Mrs. A

Drawing a Portrait

Fifth grade will begin drawing their self-portrait for the reduction print project this week.  If you would like some extra practice, watch these short videos by OliArt!  Don't forget this is a self-portrait - look in the mirror to see how your features are shaped and spaced.

Video 1: Basic proportion


Video 2: Draw along with Oli to make your self-portrait


Boys and girls, if you make a self-portrait at home with these videos please bring it in to show me!

New Publix Display



Publix Display


The next time you visit our business partner to grocery shop, stop by the pharmacy to see the new display of artwork!  These pictures were created at the end of last year by 3rd graders and were inspired by my favorite artist, Frida Kahlo!  The following students have work on display: Stephanie, Anthony, Lily, David, Ria, Jack, Amanda, Brandon, Lilly, Anuj, Charlie, Alison, Bree, Christopher, Rion, Sophie, Annie, Rhett, Rebecca, and one "no name"!

Boys and girls: who can tell me the difference between a portrait and a self-portrait?