Pause in front of the 18 beautiful watercolor violins created by our Grade 3 students, now on display in the lobby, and you just might hear music!
Our amazing art teacher, Ms. Walters, had the Grade 3 students create these watercolor violins as a meaningful extension of their music classes. This is the year they begin learning the violin, discovering not only how to play this beautiful instrument but also gaining a deeper understanding of its many parts.
The artistic process begins with careful observation. Because students know the parts of the violin well, they first draw detailed outlines of their instruments in pencil, adding whimsical details such as musical notes and swirling lines. The artwork is then outlined in black pen.
As Ms. Walters plays Vivaldi in the art garden, students translate the melody into color. Vibrant liquid watercolors bring the sketches to life. Soft blues and purples often reflect slower, gentler passages, while brighter reds and yellows represent lively, upbeat sections.
Each piece is a unique interpretation of music and creativity. This collaboration between Art and Music encourages abstract thinking and encourages students to make connections. The result? Art that sings.