Putting ideas on paper

We started the class by going outside and measuring the exterior wall-- the site for PYFC kids' mural.  Following this activity Gabi presented a lesson about "What makes a 2D art piece work" that dealt with the challenging concepts of unity, balance, rhythm and proportion.  The kids enjoyed the examples images by Barry McGee, Margaret Kilgallen, Kara Walker and James Rosenquist.

During our next session we spent valuable time brainstorming.  Next the kids used computers at the center to research the ideas developed from our brainstorming sessions. Dave presented a review of the concepts in Gabi's lesson and drawing principles.  The remainder of the class was spent incorporating the information into designs for the mural.  The kids' drawings were amazing and gave evidence that they understood the difficult concepts Gabi presented and were able to use them skillfully in their drawings.

I am anxious to see what they produce this week.  The excitement is building because the mural is becoming a reality.