Twelve students from the 5th grade have signed up to be part of a club called the Ellington Artists! With creative direction from Carol Ward, Education Coordinator at Morris-Jumel Mansion, this talented group will learn about styles of art and artistic terms. On Wednesday, October 14th, the group walked over to the mansion to learn about impressionism. They used sponges, paint brushes, paint and a small canvas to create an art piece inspired by the landscape of Washington Heights once enjoyed by our nation's first president, George Washington! They were encouraged to "find a spot that shouts 'paint me, paint me", says Ms. Lennon, librarian and club organizer. "It's realistic!", says Adja C. (student from class 501).Each week students will meet to develop their artistic skills and learn about famous artists, like Frida Kahlo. To see the artwork created by the Ellington Artists, visit the library on the 4th floor. Their next art lesson at the mansion will be on November 17th.
