As the self-portraiture unit draws to a close, I can’t stop looking at these amazing in-process paintings. I am in awe, yet not surprised, at the creativity, skills and energy that our third graders have poured into their work.
In reference to a previous post, in which I sung the praises of risk-taking, this was a major risk. I had never done self-portraiture on this level with students so young before, and they had never attempted an acrylic painting this structured. Despite my fears, my students happily rallied to attack this challenge! (Note to self: don’t fear challenges with this group any longer!)
I’m tempted to put them on display, just as they are now:
Many more in the gallery!
