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Wish for the World: A lesson in Typography

11/30/2015

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​While in class this week 4th and 5th graders are learning about artists that use typography in their works of art.
Typography is the art and technique of arranging type to make written language legible, readable, and appealing when displayed. The arrangement of type involves selecting typefaces, point size, line length, line-spacing (leading), letter-spacing (tracking), and adjusting the space within letters pairs (kerning).
​Many artists use text in their artworks.  We discussed Robert Indiana's iconic work, Love at length.  You as an artist were asked to choose a four letter word that would describe your wish for our community.  Using your prior knowledge of the elements and principles of design you are to create a work of art that combines your craftsmanship, ingenuity, and conceptual art skills to create a 12x12" work of art that wows.
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​The worksheet below was distributed in class and should be completed by next week.  Download from below if you have misplaced it or you would like to start over.   Email Mrs. Klausa if you have any troubles or concerns at: klausah@district.org
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We are getting ready to vote

8/21/2014

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With our money earned from artsonia sales we will be purchasing a piece of art to add to our modern art collection.  We will be voting as a school in the beginning of the year.  Below are some of the options that will be given to staff and students.  Look back to see if more options are added!
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Creative Arts 2014

8/18/2014

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I've been busy, busy this summer working on our 2014/2015 curriculum map.  Below you will find what students will be working on the first few months of school.  I'm excited to get started!
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Artsonia

8/1/2013

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A great visual explanation of what artsonia is.
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