Regents Review Summer 2024

The Regents Review Summer 2024

DEPARTMENTAL NEWS

Year 8 Textiles The Year 8s are learning to develop their fundamental key skills in textiles, such as appliqué and using the sewing machine. They are applying these new skills by creating their own wall hanging with pockets inspired by the cross-curricular theme of ‘The Seasons’.

Year 9 Textiles Year 9 are continuing to develop, advance and progress in using the fundamental skills of textiles to create a tote bag. The bags are inspired by the graffiti artist, Mr Brainwash. Students are learning the difference between graffiti, vandalism and street art.

Year 7 Art In art, students have been using clay to sculpt their own African inspired clay tile. Students have looked at African symbols and used them to design, refine and create a clay tile.

Year 8 Art In art, students have been looking at the artist, Wayne Theibaud and his amazing cake, sweets and ice cream paintings. Students have designed their own clay cakes, which they have based the theme on their own hobbies and interests.

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