Arts Week -Peter Blake

Date: 26th May 2017 @ 9:01pm

What an amazing week. The children have yet again impressed me with their skills, concentration and determination.  Yesterday and today we have been thinking about the work of Peter Blake. His use of bold colours and simple shapes, how his art reflected the period of time in which it was created.

We have tried to recreate some of his famous pieces. The first being a modern day collage, 16 squares showing examples of Peter Blake's bold shapes With images from today which were relevant to the children.  There are images of sweets, drinks, games they like to play, portraits of themselves or family.  Each one is unique and personal to every member of the Giraffe Tribe.  They look amazing.

We have also created a 3D version of the bold designs using 'mod roc'.  Covering cardboard shapes and then painting with acrylic paint.  These have been glued together and are going to be mounted to create 1 large piece of art work.  It looks really striking. 

The children have been amazing all week; working hard, giving each activity a go, showing perseverance with new techniques and being supportive of each other.  A fantastic end to the half term. 

Fingers crossed the sunny weather continues for the half term break.  Have a good rest and enjoy the holidays. 

Mrs Catterall