Arts & Architecture reference links

Students in grades 1 & 2 have been participating in rotating Arts & Architecture classes since early March. This week begins another 2-week session, and the topics are (1) Bridges, (2) Sky Scrapers, and (3) Landscape Painting.

Here are some online references to use if you'd like:

www.pbs.org/wgbh/buildingbig/
great site for both bridges & skyscrapers; interactive labs and challenges. Make sure to check out the "Webology" section for both bridges and skyscrapers, which provide more online resources.

www.emporis.com/application/?nav=skyscrapers
more info about the tallest skyscrapers

www.skyscraper.org/WHAT%27S_UP/COOL_STUFF/coolstuff.htm
fun Flash animations about tall vs. large buildings; also map of New York City skyscrapers, and how the city grew in time

www.artprojectsforkids.org/2008/03/acrylic-dry-brush-landscape-painting.html
describes some basic techniques for layering colors with acrylic paints, how to use accent colors

painting.about.com/gi/o.htm?zi=1/XJ/Ya&zTi=1&sdn=painting&cdn=hobbies&tm=120&f=00&tt=14&bt=1&bts=0&st=23&zu=http%3A//www.hitentertainment.com/artattack/cheatslandscape.html
step-by-step tutorial for drawing a rural landscape; includes some neat tips on creating perspective