Cultivate Art Magazine: Designed for Grades 4-8

Cultivate Magazine

Grade 4-8

In This Issue:

Contemporary artists of artprize

Be an art CritiC

what is partiCipatory art?

work from students in miChigan and more!

Art and Design Magazine for Kids, featuring Artists of ArtPrize

Issue 2

Cultivate Magazine

Presented by ArtPrize

Building an event is a lot like the act of creation. The process can be busy at times, relaxing at others. You’re filled with a range of conflicting emotions. Confidence is met with self-doubt. And sometimes our ideas can be limited to the materials we use.

But each time the good, hard work is done, our minds become richer and more fertile for the ideas that will follow. New growth will take root. It’s true for us as individuals, for us as an organization—and it’s true for the next generation of creative thinkers we seek to encourage.

For the second year, ArtPrize is teaming up with the amazing staff at Cultivate. We’re proud to partner with them again for this year's Education Days. Cultivate puts equity, accessibility, and multiple learning styles at the forefront of education. All their activities are made available for free, to ensure that all students may have access to high-quality arts education and programming. We couldn’t be more thrilled to have them elevating ArtPrize this year through these magazines, field trips, educational resources, and art tours.

Enjoy the art. And stay curious.

Catlin Whitington ArtPrize Executive Director

ArtPrize Education is supported in part by the Michigan Arts and Culture Council

In This Issue

Cover:

Karen Orlee [2D] Growth @ The B.O.B, Image Courtesy of Artist

ArtPrize Artist Images:

Edwin Shelton [3D] Non-Duality Observer @ Cornerstone Church Heritage Hill, Image Courtesy of Artist

Susana Harris [Installation] Changing Tides @ ArtPrize ClubHouse, Image

Courtesy of Artist

David Najib [2D] Remainder of Mother + Son - Siblings & Baba Underneath the Rubble @ ArtPrize Clubhouse, Image Courtesy of Artist

Alejandra Regalado [2D] SURFACE @ Pochis Sweet Designs, Image Courtesy of Artist

Sage Johnston [3D] The 13th Birthday Party @ S I L V I A, Image Courtesy of

Artist

Parisa Ghaderi [Time Based] For Dancing in the Street @ Grand Rapids Art Museum, Image Courtesy of Artist

Harry Gu [2D] Victory @ Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum, Image Courtesy of Artist

Rosanne Coty [2D] FOREST STEWARDS @ Embassy Suites Grand Rapids

Downtown, Image Courtesy of Artist

Cary Okoro [2D] In The Weeds @ Kendall College of Art and Design, Image

Courtesy of Artist

Illegal Art [Time Based] TO DO @ Cultivate Gallery, Image Courtesy of Artist

Student Work:

Leeland C, Lincoln Heights Elementary, Image Courtesy of Lynette Robinson

Carlos Ruiz-Flores, Saranac Elementary School, Image Courtesy of Ashley Wallner

Arya B, Cedar Crest Elementary, Image Courtesy of Alison Schmidt

All Student Body, Lincoln School, Image Courtesy of Whitney Ferrell

Images: John Singer Sargent’s Crashed Aeroplane via Wikiart https://tinyurl.com/3x9aaxts

Graphic Designer Image via Flickr by WILLPOWER STUDIOS https://tinyurl. com/ym6ntf2t

Art Teacher Image via Flick by Liana_Kyle

Curator Image via Flickr by Adam https://tinyurl.com/23wnvb8j

Movie Director Image via Flicker by -Roge- https://tinyurl.com/u3exx7f7

Character Designer Image Art of Animation Image via Flickr by Sanjeev Beekeeper https://tinyurl.com/yc5ejxm8

Art Therapist Image via Flickr by Relax Photos https://tinyurl.com/2u83t4jx

Fine Artist Image (c) Gorodenkoff / Adobe Stock

Art Critic Image via Flickr by Bryan Barrett https://tinyurl.com/3syut9m9

Medium Image via Flickr by A.Davey https://tinyurl.com/53u4tub2

Material Image via Flickr by Marco Verch Professional Photographer https:// tinyurl.com/3hznus3z

Graffiti Image via Flickr by Bombendrohung https://tinyurl.com/4j2adfyp

Curation

Mallory Shotwell

Graphic Design/Spot Illustration: Claudia Pimentel

Editorial/Copywriting:

Mallory Shotwell

Actively teaching the Art and Artists of ArtPrize, Cultivate has created three magazines (grades K-3, 4-8, 9-12) that are Common Core standardized that can be a teaching tool and resource for art teachers and students year-round. These magazines will be distributed to art classrooms and schools across West Michigan and available at ArtPrize!

What is Contemporary Art?

Contemporary art is a type of art that is being made right now, by artists who are alive today. It can be anything from paintings, sculptures, photographs, videos, installations, and more. Contemporary artists often use new and different techniques and materials to create their work.

For example, some contemporary artists might use computers or other technology to create their art. Others might use everyday objects, like plastic bags or old newspapers, to make sculptures. Some artists might even create interactive art that people can touch and play with!

Overall, contemporary art is a type of art that is being created by artists who are alive today and can include a wide variety of techniques and materials.

Contemporary Artists of ArtPrize That You Can Visit This Year!

Sage Johnston [3D] The 13th Birthday Party @ S I L V I A, VOTE ID 61071

David Najib [2D] Remainder of Mother + Son - Siblings & Baba Underneath the Rubble @ ArtPrize Clubhouse, VOTE ID 16054

Alejandra Regalado [2D] SURFACE @ Pochis Sweet Designs, VOTE ID 45970

Cary Okoro [2D] In The Weeds @ Kendall College of Art and Design, VOTE ID 35402

Edwin Shelton [3D] Non-Duality Observer @ Cornerstone Church Heritage Hill, VOTE ID 70302

Susana Harris [Installation] Changing Tides @ ArtPrize ClubHouse, VOTE ID 92607

Rosanne Coty [2D] FOREST STEWARDS @ Embassy Suites Grand Rapids Downtown, VOTE ID 20156

Parisa Ghaderi [Time Based] For Dancing in the Street @ Grand Rapids Art Museum, VOTE ID 10631

Harry Gu [2D] Victory @ Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum, VOTE ID 08621

What is Typography?

Typography is a fancy word for how words look on a page or a screen. It’s like an art that helps people READ and understand things better. When people use typography, they choose different styles and sizes of letters and spaces between them to make words easier to read and look nice. Typography is important for things like books, websites, and signs, so people can understand what they say easily.

How can you show contrast in an image when using only letter forms?

How can only type and font be used to create an image/illustration?

How can you use different types of letter forms to strengthen your design, such as, different font styles, different sizes, different stroke widths?

How can color theory or lack of color, be applied to your design to push your intentions?

Composition

A Composition is a way of arranging different elements in an artwork to create a specific visual effect. These elements might include things like shapes, colors, lines, and textures.

Just like how you might arrange different ingredients to make a delicious dish, you can arrange different art elements to make a beautiful and meaningful piece of art.

For example, you might use different colors to create a mood or feeling in your artwork. Bright, warm colors like reds and yellows might create a happy, energetic feeling, while cool, muted colors like blues and greens might create a calm, peaceful feeling.

By using the classic composition theory of the Rule of Thirds, we can see how Sargent placed focal points of interest along intersections of the lines! Can you identify both focal points?

You can also use different shapes and lines to create movement and visual interest in your artwork. For instance, using curved lines might create a sense of flow and movement, while using straight lines might create a more structured, rigid feeling.

Overall, an art composition is a way of combining different elements to create a unique and visually appealing artwork that expresses your ideas and emotions.

John Singer Sargent’s Crashed Aeroplane

Different Work of Artists

A Graphic Designer is someone who creates pictures and images for things like books, websites, posters, and logos. They work with people like writers and business owners to make sure their designs match what the client needs. A graphic designer is like an artist, but instead of creating paintings or sculptures, they make digital designs that people can see on screens or printed on paper. It's a fun job for people who are artistic and love working on computers.

Designer

Art Teacher

An Art Teacher is someone who teaches kids about art: paintings, sculptures, and drawings, colors, shapes, and how to use different materials like paints, clay, and pencils. The art teacher helps kids develop their creativity, learn new skills, and also teach kids about famous artists and art history. The art teacher helps create a fun and supportive environment where kids can learn and express themselves through art. It's a job for people who love art and enjoy working with kids.

A Curator is someone who works in a museum or art gallery and takes care of the art and artifacts on display. They choose what art pieces to display and how to display them. They are also responsible for making sure the art pieces are kept in good condition, by controlling the temperature and humidity levels in the exhibit space. The curator helps people understand and appreciate the art collection and its significance. It's a job for people who love art and history and enjoy sharing their knowledge with others.

Curator

Graphic

Movie Director

A Movie Director is someone who helps make movies. They are like the captain of a ship, in charge of leading a team of people who work together to make a movie. The director is responsible for making decisions about how the movie will look, sound, and feel. They work with actors, cameramen, and other people to make sure everyone knows what to do. It's a big job that requires a lot of creativity and hard work, but it can be very rewarding when the movie is finished and people enjoy watching it.

Designer

A Character Designer is someone who creates the look of characters for movies, TV shows, video games, and more! They work with a team to design and develop characters that fit the story and are visually appealing. They use their creativity and artistic skills to come up with unique ideas for how the characters will look and feel. They may draw or paint the characters by hand, or use computer software to create them digitally. It's a fun job for people who like to draw and use their imagination to create cool and interesting characters.

Art

An Art Therapist is someone who uses art to help people who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, or other difficult feelings. The art therapist helps their clients express themselves through art and creativity. They also talks with their clients about their feelings and helps them understand how art can be a tool to manage their emotions. It's a job for people who like to help others and who are interested in art and psychology.

Artist

A Fine Artist is a professional who creates visual or performing art for aesthetic or conceptual purposes, often using traditional techniques and mediums such as painting, sculpture, or printmaking. They may work independently or as part of a larger artistic community, and their work is often exhibited in galleries, museums, and other cultural institutions.

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Character

Therapist

Be an Art Critic

Questions to ask about Art!

Have you ever wondered what questions to ask about art? Or how can we understand it better? No matter your age - whether we like art or not, or even think it’s art or not, it is the conversation about art that matters. You can start with, “Do you like the art?” and dig in from there! Why, or why not? What do you see or notice? So let’s talk!

Questions to Ask at ArtPrize:

I really like this art because…

I do not like this art because…

What do you wonder about this piece?

I would hang this work in my room because…

The first thing I see in this work of art is… (remember that is called the center of interest!)

I have questions about _____ after looking at this piece of art

Why do you think the artist made this piece?

What is the artist communicating in this work?

What can this piece teach me about?

Medium and MaterialWhat’s the difference?

In art, the terms “medium” and “material” both refer to the tools and substances an artist uses to create their work, but they have slightly different meanings.

A “medium” in art is the type of art form an artist is working in, such as painting, sculpture, or photography. It’s the way an artist chooses to express themselves creatively. So, for example, if an artist is painting a picture, their medium is painting.

On the other hand, “material” in art refers to the actual physical substances an artist uses to create their work, such as paint, clay, or paper. These are the materials that an artist needs to use their chosen medium.

So, to give an example, if an artist is working in the medium of painting, they might use materials like oil paint or watercolors to create their artwork. Or if they are working in the medium of sculpture, they might use materials like marble, clay, or metal.

In summary, “medium” refers to the type of art form an artist is working in, while “material” refers to the specific physical substances they use to create their work.

The Medium of Painting

The Material of Paint

What is Participatory Art?

Participatory art is a type of art that involves the audience or viewers in the creative process. Unlike traditional art, which is usually created by an artist and presented to an audience to be admired or appreciated, participatory art requires the audience to actively participate and contribute to the creation of the artwork.

For example, an artist might set up an installation or exhibit that invites visitors to add their own art or messages to the piece. This could involve writing on a wall, adding objects to a display, or even collaborating with the artist to create something new.

Participatory art can take many forms and can involve a wide range of mediums, from painting and sculpture to performance and digital media. The goal of participatory art is to create a sense of community and collaboration, allowing the audience to become co-creators of the artwork.

Participatory art can be a fun and engaging way to experience art, and it allows everyone to feel like they have a voice and a role in the creative process!

Illegal Art [Time Based] TO DO @ Cultivate Gallery, VOTE ID 71694

Work from Students in Michigan

Leeland C. 1st Grade Lincoln Heights Elementary

“Art is important because it shows kids creativity! Art can help teach kids about colors! Art could make kids want to do art for a career! The world would be nothing without art!”

Carlos Ruiz-Flores

6th Grade

“I like art because I can create things that the human eye has never seen before. It is also a great way to get away from things and relax.”

Saranac Elementary School

Arya B. 3rd Grade

Cedar Crest Elementary

“I love art because I like to draw and it takes time. I make full and cool creations in the end”.

All-School Collaborative Project (156 students) Lincoln School

“As a school, we learned about color theory, texture, shades and tints, “first, next and last” steps in creating art, and how we can use our experiences (being in a forest) to make art. This collaborate piece is 30ft long and 4ft wide.”

Graffiti

Graffiti is a form of art that involves creating images or words on public spaces, such as walls or buildings. It is often seen as an expression of creativity and is used to convey social or political messages.

The history of graffiti dates back thousands of years, with examples found in ancient civilizations such as Greece and Rome. In more recent times, graffiti became popular in the 1960s and 1970s as a form of rebellion and self-expression among urban youth in cities like New York.

Graffiti art is often associated with hip-hop culture and is commonly seen in areas with high populations of young people. Artists use a variety of materials, such as spray paint, markers, and stencils, to create their work. The art form has evolved over time, with new techniques and styles emerging.

While graffiti is often viewed as vandalism, some argue that it is a legitimate art form that should be respected. Supporters of graffiti point to its ability to transform otherwise bland and uninteresting public spaces into works of art that reflect the local community and culture.

Despite its controversial status, graffiti art continues to thrive in many cities around the world, with artists creating beautiful and thought-provoking pieces that challenge our assumptions about art and public spaces.

Draw a Picture About Something That Happened To You!

My artwork (title) , looks like (description)

. I made it with (materials)

. This work is about (what the story is) . I think the artwork looks (adjective) because I (feeling about the work)

For the of Art ( Prize )