Vinyl Spiders

Take an old and *really bad* record, hang it up with yarn, bulk out it's top with tissue paper, add big scary or silly eyes and 8 spindly legs and- voila- a massive spider to hang from your ceiling! Visitors to Rawlins Academy will spot this in my window at the moment!

Ethiopian animals by student

One of my students has painted these for me because I'm off to Ethiopia soon! How beautiful they are- certainly worthy of a post!

ARTSMARK GOLD

Last night I had the honour of unveiling our certificate for Artsmark Gold in front of the many parents and supporters of our young artists at Rawlins. We have an incredible exhibition of artwork in the gallery if anyone wants to come in and see it.

Art Club Animation

Here is a still from our after school art club's collaborative animation. Each participant designed and made a character with special powers and we used plain wallpaper to create a scene. Next, everyone is putting their own faces into their own scenes!

Arts Award Enhancement Sessions

Arts Award is reaching lots of new students at Rawlins Academy this year. Year 7s, 10s and 11s as well as post 16s now come together each week for arts award enhancement- to share ideas, work together on portfolios and have a bit of a laugh. I threw this origami challenge in yesterday- it looks like a paper explosion!

Cartooning and Animation after school art club

THURSDAYS from 4-5.15 for children aged 5 and up! We are designing 2D and 3D cartoon characters, sets and scenarios in this fast paced after school club which teaches skills as well as nurturing imagination. Using papers and paints as well as iMacs and cameras, this opportunity for children is quite unique. BOOK NOW on 01509 622827 or pop into Rawlins reception.

Parchment Embossing Adult Art Class

What do you know about Parchment Embossing? This craft involves tracing intricate designs onto parchment paper in white pen, then using an embossing tool to carefully raise areas of the design, making them shade white. Sections can be cut away with a craft knife to add lacey effects until the overall piece looks absolutely stunning. Often used for cards, I have put a one day workshop together for Christmas for adults which will guarantee that you learn the craft and go away with Christmas cards and gift tags ready for your closest friends and family. Suitable for complete beginners and advanced crafters. 16 November at Rawlins. TO BOOK call 01509 622827.