Hi Students. First of all, sorry to not keeping the blog up and running as promised. But, from this September, things will be better managed. I know most of you kept asking for more stuff to be posted... so brace yourselves come this September, 2010!!!
On another note, I hope you guys had a great time during the summer holidays. I know most of you were glad for this period and to get away from all the heavy studies and stuff but do remember Art is FUN, RELAXING, CREATIVE, EXPRESSIVE and also DARING and WOW!! I NEVER KNEW I WAS THAT GOOD!! .
Seriously, I do trust and hope that you DID try some craft projects, paintings, drawings, scribblings, and so forth. It is possible to enjoy your summer vacation and develop Art skills and Art Appreciation of art which is all around us. Think about it......When you go shopping, or to different places while with your family, be it in Trinidad, Tobago or other countries, LOOK and OBSERVE everything (buildings, sculptures, paintings, jewellry, textiles, landforms, parks, hotels and their landscaping, CEPEP...everything!) with your artistic eye. Or, by simply asking yourself, " I wonder how they created that?"....and then try to figure it out. You wil learn a a great deal on your own and in your own way when you think like an artist or creatively. You will come to better appreciate Art that is all around us...man-made and natural.
As you all would know by now, Vishnu Boys Hindu College is celebrating it 10th Anniversary this year.... We have lots of things in store... Art wise, I am planning an Art Exhibition featuring the works of your students, past students, teachers and even parents!!! There is going to be lots of excitement...the date is yet to be announced....but you guys will get it first via this blog. So, why not do some research, do some art...on your own. You never know when that piece could be your masterpiece!!!!
Enjoy!!! ...and feel free to comment and share with us what you did for your summer holidays.....Art related of course!
Sir Dilip Maharaj
Sunday, September 5, 2010
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
Collage/Quilling Lesson
This post is intended for the Form One classes only!!!
Collage making is the art of sticking paper, and other relatively flat objects, on a flat surface. The element of TEXTURE is greatly highlighted in this art technique. Paper can be manipulated in various ways, for example, by cutting, tearing, folding, balling, crumpling, and even twisting.
The art of twisting paper lends itself to a special art technique called QUILLING, sometimes known as "paper filigree." Quilling involves the manipulation of paper through twisting, rolling and curling to create beautiful representational and abstract works of art. This art form has been around since the period of Renaissance. Quilling can be considered a form of collage making. Quilling can be done on cards, canvas boards, paper and other such surfaces.
Explore with this art form. It can be a great hobby!
Please share your thoughts on the lesson taught(Collage Making- Twisting/Quilling)for this week.
Copy and paste the following links on the browser to your right to learn more about the art of Quilling.
1. Introduction to Quilling-
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQ9DOF7zdGg
2. Pictures of Quilling Art Pieces-
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PFvn0oCXTw0&feature=related
3. Artist YULIA BRODSKAYA quilling art pieces (Excellent!!!!)
http://www.artyulia.com/index.php/Illustration/PAPERgraphic/1
Remember to share your thoughts on this !!!
Mr. Dilip Maharaj
Collage making is the art of sticking paper, and other relatively flat objects, on a flat surface. The element of TEXTURE is greatly highlighted in this art technique. Paper can be manipulated in various ways, for example, by cutting, tearing, folding, balling, crumpling, and even twisting.
The art of twisting paper lends itself to a special art technique called QUILLING, sometimes known as "paper filigree." Quilling involves the manipulation of paper through twisting, rolling and curling to create beautiful representational and abstract works of art. This art form has been around since the period of Renaissance. Quilling can be considered a form of collage making. Quilling can be done on cards, canvas boards, paper and other such surfaces.
Explore with this art form. It can be a great hobby!
Please share your thoughts on the lesson taught(Collage Making- Twisting/Quilling)for this week.
Copy and paste the following links on the browser to your right to learn more about the art of Quilling.
1. Introduction to Quilling-
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQ9DOF7zdGg
2. Pictures of Quilling Art Pieces-
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PFvn0oCXTw0&feature=related
3. Artist YULIA BRODSKAYA quilling art pieces (Excellent!!!!)
http://www.artyulia.com/index.php/Illustration/PAPERgraphic/1
Remember to share your thoughts on this !!!
Mr. Dilip Maharaj
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Art Article in Trinidad Guardian
Each week, there are numerous exhibitions happening in Trinidad and Tobago. As students in Art, you are to read up on these articles and become more knowledgeable about the developments in art and new artists coming into the arena. .
Here is a recent article published in the Trinidad Guardian on Monday 26th October, 2009.
COPY the link and PASTE it in the Google browser, located to the right of this page.
Read the article and share your views and expressions on it.
http://guardian.co.tt/features/life/2009/10/26/art-expression-ii-bigs-south-artists
Mr. Dilip Maharaj
Here is a recent article published in the Trinidad Guardian on Monday 26th October, 2009.
COPY the link and PASTE it in the Google browser, located to the right of this page.
Read the article and share your views and expressions on it.
http://guardian.co.tt/features/life/2009/10/26/art-expression-ii-bigs-south-artists
Mr. Dilip Maharaj
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Debate. Yes/No and Why?
All students can take part in this discussion regardless of the form in which you are in.
In 15 years or so, most of you would have a family. Ofcourse you would want the best for your child/children. You have provided for your children as best as you can and you hope that one day your child would become a successful doctor or lawyer or engineeer. The time comes one day when your child is about to enter university. Your child informs you that he/she wishes to focus their studies on art and hope to work in the world of art as a fashion designer or an artist.
Question:
Would you support your child in their decision? Give detailed reasons why you would support or not support your child.
In 15 years or so, most of you would have a family. Ofcourse you would want the best for your child/children. You have provided for your children as best as you can and you hope that one day your child would become a successful doctor or lawyer or engineeer. The time comes one day when your child is about to enter university. Your child informs you that he/she wishes to focus their studies on art and hope to work in the world of art as a fashion designer or an artist.
Question:
Would you support your child in their decision? Give detailed reasons why you would support or not support your child.
Welcome Students
Welcome Students !
Welcome students to the wonderful world of blogging.
This site is created especially for you for the purpose of developing your reflection skills and for integrating technology into art.
As you write your reflections, please be very careful with your grammar and your content. Remember, you are to improve in your grammar skills and develop the skill of expressing your thoughts and feelings.
Feel free to read other postings and replies.
Do enjoy.
Mr. Dilip Maharaj
Welcome students to the wonderful world of blogging.
This site is created especially for you for the purpose of developing your reflection skills and for integrating technology into art.
As you write your reflections, please be very careful with your grammar and your content. Remember, you are to improve in your grammar skills and develop the skill of expressing your thoughts and feelings.
Feel free to read other postings and replies.
Do enjoy.
Mr. Dilip Maharaj
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