Art of nature / Nature of art

Art of nature / Nature of art

Creative Arts

Tracing flying insect images to create a watercolour collage.
Gel printing of Autumn leaves.

About this program

In this program, students spend time outdoors looking at the elements of nature in a different way. They are taught a variety of painting and drawing skills that they use to produce a series of artworks inspired by the natural world.

Watch Art of nature/Nature of art video

Activities

Selected art activities change according to the season and what is happening in nature at the time.

Important information

Syllabus outcomes and content
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Location
Thalgarrah EEC
Sample activities schedule
10.00am Activity 1: Art activity 1
11.00am Morning Tea
11.20am Activity 2: Art activity 2
12.40pm Lunch
1.10pm Activity 3: Art activity 3
2.20pm Program ends
Teacher information
What to bring

Students

  • Comfortable clothing suitable for outdoor learning
  • Hat
  • Covered walking shoes
  • Own recess and lunch ('nude food'/plastic free food is encouraged)
  • Water bottle

Teachers

  • Own recess and lunch. Visiting adults are welcome to use the refrigerator and microwave. Tea and coffee is provided.
  • Water bottle
  • Special medical/learning requirements for individual students
Extreme or wet weather

Program may be modified, postponed or cancelled due to predicted extreme temperatures, bush fire danger, heavy rainfall, high winds or dust storms.

Check the weather forecast for the Armidale area.
Medical notifications Notify us by completing and returning the student welfare form at least one week before the excursion. This form will be sent out upon confirmation of booking.

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