초등 미술부에서는 매년 점의 날을 맞아 학생들에게 다양한 방법으로 점을 찍어보도록 도전하는 것을 좋아하는데, 올해는 새로운 도전인 점의 날 조각에 도전했습니다! 국제 도트의 날은 창의성, 용기, 협업을 기념하는 세계적인 행사로, 2009년 9월 15일에 교사 Terry Shay가 자신의 교실에서 Peter H. Reynolds의 책 The Dot을 소개하면서 시작되었습니다.

In the lessons leading up to Dot Day, students explored the marks and connections they could make and how artists use different marks to inspire their art style. Our artists explored a variety of international artists whilst developing their understanding of colour by exploring mark making, colour mixing and different colour combinations. Each student from K to Year 6 created a collaborative sculpture with their dot. This was our hardest challenge yet, with each student needing to consider carefully the balance and structure of the piece as it evolved with every new dot. Problem solving and teamwork skills were put to the test. It was inspiring to see students choosing to connect their dot with a friend, and making a physical connection with their artwork, piecing each individual student and nationality together.

Happy Dot Day 2023!