Year 5 students have been creating mandalas In Art this term. A Sanskrit word, mandala means circle. Students looked at mandala art from different cultures, including those painstakingly created over many hours with coloured sands by Buddhist monks; Only to be swept away, these artworks symbolise the transience of this life on earth. Students have been learning how to use mathematical equipment to draw concentric circles and radiating lines as guidelines for symmetrical patterns with pencil, inspired by patterns and geometry in nature. After using Artline pens to delineate their patterns, students will practise mindfulness whilst colouring their intricate designs.
Mrs Ann McDermott
Junior School Specialist Teacher (Visual Arts)
