Studio 2: Mythology

The Studio 2 class has spent Quarter 3 working on a Mythology series. After researching myths from their own cultural background and family history, as well as creating their own myths, each student created a series of three or more artworks in the medium of their choice depicting an aspect of mythology.

Sarena O, Grade 12

Ogopogo (Canadian Myth)

Thomas S, Grade 12

Myths from Ecuador, Sweden, and Nepal

Shreya H, Grade 12

Krishna Katha (Hindu Myths)

Kakivi C, Grade 12

Headhunting (Naga Myth)

Eun A J, Grade 12

The Legend of Roses (Invented Myth)

Dai K, Grade 12

The Rabbit of the Moon (Japanese Myth)

Sculpture: Calder Mobiles

After studying Alexander Calder and his mobiles, the Sculpture class put their knowledge of balance and movement to the test. They were asked to create a mobile that incorporated organic shapes, solid colors, and lots of movement.

Karis P, Grade 9

Pachara R, Grade 9

Achi G, Grade 9

Studio 1: Self-Portraits

The Studio 1 class recently finished a self-portrait project. After researching one of three specified portrait artists, the students completed a painting or drawing in the style of Vincent van Gogh, Frida Kahlo, or Chuck Close. As you can see by the results, the students did an exceptional job and produced high quality artwork. Many of the students have chosen to submit their artwork to the Portrait Art Show at Hanifl Center this spring.

Jocelyn B, Grade 11 (Van Gogh style)

Jerry A, Grade 11 (Chuck Close style)

Penli J, Grade 11 (Frida Kahlo style)

Armaan B, Grade 11 (Chuck Close style)

Anah I, Grade 11 (Frida Kahlo style)

Ye Na L, Grade 11 (Chuck Close style)

Nitisha M, Grade 11 (Chuck Close style)

Arsh B, Grade 11 (Chuck Close style)

Imaan D, Grade 11 (Van Gogh style)

Ysolt B, Grade 11 (Chuck Close style)

Eun Bit P, Grade 11 (Frida Kahlo style)

Drawing and Painting: Surrealism

After developing the technical drawing skills of 1- and 2-point perspective, the Drawing and Painting students were ready to show some creativity. Looking at examples of surrealist painters such as Salvador Dali, Renee Magritte, and Max Ernst, the students created their own surrealist landscapes with acrylic paint on paper. The requirements of the project were to utilize either 1- or 2-point perspective, use a pair of complementary colors, and incorporate gradients. The students produced some amazing artwork!

Elizabeth A, Grade 10

Jennifer W, Grade 12

Dharadipika H, Grade 11

Aurnab S, Grade 11

Hyeeun C, Grade 10

Mokyoung K, Grade 9

Jahan J, Grade 10

Sanskar B, Grade 10

Pavisa K, Grade 10

Loui C, Grade 9

Design: Interior Design

The Design class recently finished an interior design project. After studying perspective and floor planning, they created a plan for their dream bedroom. Here are some of the dream bedroom drawings:

Yoon Jung Y, Grade 12

Sarena O, Grade 12

Reed B, Grade 11

Rahul D, Grade 10

Sanjana D, Grade 10

Methinee T, Grade 12

Studio 2: Abstract Monotypes

In the midst of a Quarter-long project on mythology, the Studio 2 class took a break and spent a Friday afternoon creating monotypes. Monotypes are a form of printmaking in which the artist paints directly on a non-absorbent surface and then transfers the image onto paper. In Studio 2, we created these monotypes by using toothbrushes, painting knives, fingers, and paintbrushes to apply poster paint on glass. These beautifully expressive monotypes were created in about 1 minute each!

Display in Study Hall Room

"Industrial" by Raveena M, Grade 12

"Monsoon" by EunA J, Grade 12

"Early Morning Moonlight" by Shreya H, Grade 12

"Evil Earth" by Chuki N, Grade 12

"Bukhari" by Kakivi C, Grade 12

Sculpture: Cornell Boxes

The first project of the semester was based on American artist Joseph Cornell. The sculpture students were asked to construct a box and then fill it with images and found objects relating to the theme of escape.

Karis P, Grade 9

Christina M, Grade 10

Rakchira S, Grade 11

Welcome!

Welcome to Woodstock School's Art Blog! My name is Nan Onkka and I currently teach art at the High School. I received a Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art at St. Olaf College in Minnesota and an Art Education teaching certificate through the state of Minnesota. I teach a variety of mediums including drawing, painting, printmaking, ceramics, digital media, and sculpture. In my own artwork, I primarily focus on drawing, painting, and printmaking.

Woodstock School currently offers five High School art classes: Design, Drawing and Painting, Sculpture and Ceramics, Studio 1, and Studio 2.