Author Archives: kmccarthy

7th Graders are learning about photography this week.  National Geographic photographers are considered some of the best in the world.  Check out this link to look at some good images captured on “film”. http://photography.nationalgeographic.com/photography/

How to wash a paint brush… 1) Get soap. 2) Rinse excess paint. 3) Gently swirl paintbrush in palm of your hand. 4) Rinse until water runs clear. 5) Lightly squeeze excess water and reshape bristles. 6) Place in container … Continue reading →

7th and 8th graders: Now that you have your laptop you might want to experiment with some digital artwork. Try some of the following websites to create interesting designs and digital artwork. Snowflake design Picasso Jackson Pollack style Weave Radiating … Continue reading →

Since the 8th graders taking art are in the process of making graphic designs inspired by google doodles, here are a few of my favorites. Wouldn’t it be a great job to draw doodles for Google?

Welcome! I am very excited to starting art class today. I hope you are as well. Here is some general information that you will need to be successful in art class this semester. Here is link to some general information … Continue reading →

Getting ready for the new school year.   Website coming soon.