A pot formed by pinching and shaping a ball of clay with your fingers is called a...
Pinch pot
What is my name?
Ms. Hendrix
True or False: Once a month, Ms. Hendrix sends out a newsletter on parent square with art opportunities.
True!
What is the wet-on-wet watercolor technique.
A watercolor technique that uses wet paint on wet paint or wet paper. It's used to create bleeds and blooms between areas of color and allow the paint to spread and blend.
Who is this?
Frida Kahlo
A high temperature oven used to fire and harden clay is called a...
Kiln
Will there be a visual arts class offered at Cascade next semester?
No. Next semester I will be teaching the culinary arts class.
True or False: The Eugene Public Library offers free crafting/art events for youth (downtown location only).
False. The Bethel library branch does too!
What is wax resist?
A technique used in watercolor, when wax crayons or candles are used then painted over. The paint only adheres to the paper where there is no wax.
Who is this?
Bob Ross.
Why might a piece of clay explode during firing?
The clay wasn’t dry enough and contains moisture
What is our class room number?
10
Which grade level (6,7, or 8) has submitted the most artwork for the Ruby Bridges Art Contest?
At the time I am writing this, 8th grade is in the lead. However, you should check the white board for the current answer.
What is value?
The lightness or darkness of a color. One of the elements of art.
Where can you find a Kehinde Wiley artwork in this classroom?
On the cabinets by the exit.
In ceramics, the technique used to join two pieces of clay together securely is known as...
(two step technique. Each step worth 200 points)
What class periods do I teach?
5A, 5B, 6 and sometimes 7th. (5th and 6th would also be correct)
When is art for the Ruby Bridges Art Contest due?
By November 9th.
What is slip?
A watered-down clay mixture used like glue in ceramics.
What is this artist's name?
Alma Woodsey Thomas
What is the name of the ceramics artist who made the creatures we looked at earlier this week?
Eva Funderburgh
Who am I dressed up as for Halloween?
Jareth, the Goblin King (David Bowie), from the Labyrinth
The Minoru Yasui Art Contest is accepting submissions in Mid-November. Where in our classroom can you find information on this contest?
On the bulletin board to your left as you enter the classroom.
What are the 8 studio habits of mind (SHOM)?
Observe, Envision, Develop, Stretch and Explore, Engage and Persist, Express, Reflect, Understand the World.
Which artist is famously known for cutting off their own ear?
Vincent Van Gogh