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WRITE IT LOUD!

12/1/2025

5th and 6th grade students observed and discussed the typography work of graphic designer, Deniz Ackerman, before practicing techniques meant to help blend their preconceptions of distinctions between writing and drawing. Students were invited to bend, stretch, and squoosh letters in ways they had not previously considered in order to fill-up space and make a statement. Acrylic markers were used to illuminate their words and, in some cases, add shadow and reflection marks for a sense of three-dimensionality.

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Class Grid Collaboration

12/1/2025

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This project involved each student recreating a single grid section of a larger composition. Students were asked to use mathematical concepts and collaborate with classmates in order for their artwork to align with surrounding classmates’ sections. This project served as an introduction for our current unit, centered around the grid drawing method.

The 8th grade art pieces all reference work by Frida Kahlo, Diego Rivera, and Franz Marc. These artists’ use of bold colors and expressive lines were the primary reason for their choice, as these are features conducive to the grid drawing process. Students sketched their individual sections in pencil and used oil pastel for coloring and blending.

The 7th grade art pieces all reference the work of British artist, Bob and Roberta Smith (his artist pseudonym pays homage to his sister). His artwork centers around sign writing, activism, and advocacy for the Arts.