Wednesday, November 23, 2011

Thankful Thanksgiving

Hoping you and your family have a happy and safe Thanksgiving.  I am thankful everyday for my job here at VHE, and my students that I love so dearly.

When we work hard we...


get to play!

Tuesday, November 22, 2011

Gnome Homes





The first after school art class just wrapped up, and the 2/3's are taking their gnome homes...home.  I will miss the cute little homes, and the great kids in the class!  What a wonderful group!

Friday, November 4, 2011

Pottery Spectacular...the big announcement

We are having an art program benefit at fine-earth Studio and Gallery!  I am so excited for this event, perfect timing for holiday cheer and gift buying.   

25% OF ALL SALES WILL GO DIRECTLY TO THE VHE ART PROGRAM!

see below for more details



This week we were...

 cute...
 
  silly...

and helpful.

Thursday, November 3, 2011

Paper Plate Mandalas


The 4/5's are making mandalas with paper plates and sharpies.  We learned the history of mandalas and about their connection to nature and the world. 

THE VHE HOLIDAY POTTERY SPECTACULAR

COMING SOON...more info on an exciting upcoming event for VHE families and friends.

Charley Harper...done at last!


The 4/5's have finally finished their Charley Harper animal study.  After a lot of hard work and careful cutting we have a collection of beautiful animals in the style of Charley Harper.

Leaf Printmaking


The K/1's just finished a printmaking project using tempera paint, rubber leaves, paint rollers, and pencil erasers (for stamping circles).

Fall Pumpkins

The 2/3's have finished their fall pumpkins.  Made with colored glue, Sharpie, and watercolor paint.