Summer Art

Anna & Storm next to Anna's Painting
One of the fun things about summer is the opportunity to try something new.  Anna was looking for something "artsy" to do and found two great opportunities:  sculpting/painting and an animation camp.

Mr. Mendoza, who happens to be the father of Anna's friend Banaue, is an artist and teacher.  He recently became the art teacher at a local Catholic school.  This summer, he decided to offer some Saturday art classes.  Anna was very excited about that as she got to do two things she enjoyed:  art projects and hang out with Banaue.  During the first two classes, Anna learned how to sculpt (we are waiting for the results of her first sculpting project, which must be fired in the kiln).  The last two classes involved drawing and painting.  Anna declared the classes the best art courses she has ever taken and is already looking forward to the next time Mr. Mendoza teaches.  She learned some cool techniques.  You can check out Mr. Mendoza's work at www.hadrianmendozapottery.com.

In addition to the art class, Anna also attended a camp at George Mason University for stop motion animation.  She learned how to design and and shoot a short film.  She had a great experience and was excited to talk with her cousin James about her work.  You can check out her clip at:  https://drive.google.com/open?id=16T_vpG5qn0elGwWlKhNYd0HHWsTBcIh3

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