Art

Art teacher posing for a picture in front of some stars and balloons.

Ms. Larkin, Art Teacher

Ms. Larkin

Welcome to Art at Beaver Tech! Beaver is an amazing place full of amazing students and staff. I have enjoyed learning about everything Beaver has to offer. I am thrilled to be able to work with your amazing students each day and share my passion for creativity through art education!

Art activities and happenings      

Student artwork of asian dragon.
Student with drawn self-portrait.

The Art Room is a place of excitement and energy as students learn about artists, art styles and the role of art throughout history.

It is also a place to get quiet, to focus and to reflect as students create their own masterpieces. Students experience working with a variety of materials and also learn specific techniques which will enhance their artistic skills.

2 students painting in art room

All grade levels learn about the elements of art and principles of design and follow the GISD comprehensive curriculum which is aligned with the Fine Arts Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills.

Ms. Nambo with a Beaver Star artist at the GISD District Art Show.

 

 

 

All students have the opportunity to participate in art contests and exhibits that showcase student work in the community and surrounding areas of Dallas-Ft. Worth. Student work is displayed in the hallways throughout the school year. 

Art club

Student painting a large butterfly with orange and black.

Students in grades 4th - 5th grade meet weekly after-school for Beaver Tech Art Club. Students collaborate and learn to work together to bring out the talents of all students.  Group projects as well as individual works are created as students spread out, listen to music and create in an Art studio setting.

 

STudent standing next to Day of the Dead altar created for Hurricane Rita victims.
 

  Special projects have included painting murals and creating altars for the Day of the Dead Festival.

“Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time”. ~Thomas Merton  

"Creativity Takes Courage." ~Henri Matisse

 

 

Art helps kids LEARN!!

Recent studies have shown the value of students experiencing an Arts Education Program:

graphic of art , paintbrush and palette
  • Promotes creativity
  • Higher test scores
  • Promotes critical thinking skills
  • More proficient at reading, writing and math
  • Higher attendance rates
  • Promotes problem solving skills
  • Improves visual analysis skills
  • Rewires the brain in positive ways  

Art tips for parents

Allow your child to discover their own unique ways of expression by having access to crayons, markers, colored pencils, paint and chalk. Better yet, sit and create some art together with your child.

Ask your children to share with you what they have learned in art class and proudly display their work in your home or office! 

Visit some of the Art museums in the DFW area. Check their websites for special family and children’s events! 

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  • The Dallas Museum of Art – Dallas Arts District 
  • The Nasher Sculpture Center – Dallas Arts District 
  • The Crow Museum of Asian Art– Dallas Arts District 
  • The Meadows Museum of Art (SMU) 
  • The Amon Carter Museum – Ft. Worth 
  • The Kimbell Museum – Ft. Worth 
  • The Modern Art Museum of Ft. Worth.