The theme for this challenge is Biography/Autobiography and students are using a variety of ways to explore the ways in which they can visualize this concept. Some students are being more direct in their tactics, using portraiture and figures in their work. Others are being more exploratory in the process, pointing to objects or artifacts or animals that resonate with theme.
Either way, it has been fun to see them work through the ideas and how far some will push the concept and materials they choose.
We had students bring in scones they baked or bought. Students also made some Scone Day art and poetry.
Aron really summed up the sentiments of the holiday:
Early in my career, I would have never thought to do this. I would hover over students with a careful and critical eye on every mark they made. Over time, I have realized that my students actually do better when I give them the space to grow and they do better when they see what it means to work with purpose from someone who is authentically making art for themselves.
Here are a couple of things I got a chance to work on this week: