Third, Fourth and Fifth graders are working dilligently this week to create artwork for our Yearbook Cover Contest. Artists are using our school mascot (the Pioneer Ridge Stallion) as inspiration. These two photos are a couple of the first entries handed in.
Second graders have been working on some observational drawing recently, this week focusing on the Still-Life. As students closely observe everyday objects they are checking to see how well they can pay attention to FOUR aspects of their drawing: Shape, Overlapping, Shadow/highlight and Composition! 
Some more second grade still-life photos: http://picasaweb.google.com/ms.ment/StillLifeStudies
First graders finished their Polar Bear Collages this week. After drawing their bear and tearing painted paper to fill in the shape of its body, students practiced sponge-painting to create a colorful background.
Kindergarteners finished their Snowmen this week; Students used torn and cut paper to create their friendly snowmen.
