In this inspiring Module we explore the fascinating story of Sheep and Wool through creative explorations which will undoubtedly evoke further enquiries into history, culture and storytelling in your classroom.
Here are some of the nature art activities in the Sheep Module:
1. Drawing Sheep indoors and outdoors using charcoal, chalks and paint. By weaving art into the fabric of nature, children develop a profound connection to the world around them.
2. Making Clay Sheep Sculptures leads to playful adventures indoors and outdoors sparking imaginations and storytelling. As the children sculpt, and create with the treasures of nature, children become stewards of the Earth and great storytellers.
3. Land Art - What might the students create using natural materials after learning about the sheep and how wool from the sheep can make garments of clothing? Creating land art, children become eco-explorers, learning to appreciate and protect the environment. Each placement of a found object becomes a small pledge to care for the Earth.
4. Using patterns from the students' own woollen garments for inspiration, they are invited to create a patterned sheep.
5. Designing our very own Life Size Sweaters using the local landscape as inspiration.
Nature art teaches not just about colors, shapes and patterns but about harmony and balance. It's a dance where every element plays a role, echoing the interconnected dance of life in the natural world.
8 short how to videos and a PDF to accompany the workshop videos.
The nature art activities are a starting point for you to play with and delve deeper into what they evoke in you. You may not have sheep where you live but I am sure you will be captivated by these fascinating animals and have a go at making one then exploring how you could make your own stories around sheep.
Elise chose her favourite woollen blanket as her pattern inspiration for her painted sheep design.
Nature art isn't just an activity; it's a journey into wholeness. It nurtures not only artistic skills but a sense of wonder, gratitude, and an understanding that we are all part of something much grander – the beautiful tapestry of nature.
Designing our own woollen jumpers inspired by traditional stories from around the world. Creating little storybooks using our clay sheep sculptures as our main characters.
My hope is that your sense of wonder takes you and your students on a magical journey of exploration and observation in your own local environment whether that is urban or rural. Let the journey begin…
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Wishing you a beautiful and creative week, sending you love and light, Marghanita x
