Welcome to W.J. Murphy Elementary Art!

 

We are so very happy to share with you our creativity and what we are learning in the classroom.

 

Our theme this year is NATURE IN ART.  In art, a theme is a big idea or message that an artist wants the viewer to understand or see.  Each grade focuses on a different aspect of nature in art so that all students can be exposed to a variety of styles and concepts exploring this theme.  As a class we will explore what inspires artists to create nature-themed artwork.

 

There are many different ways to approach the subject of nature in art. Art can open our eyes to the beauty of the natural world. Art can serve a purpose beyond being an object of beauty: it can also address pressing environmental issues and topics about conservation, sustainability, preservation, biodiversity, and threatened habitats. Art has the ability to interact with and educate the viewer about these issues, spreading awareness about such important topics. We feel an instinctual need to take care of the things we feel connected to. Art can help renew, or spark anew, our connection with nature.