Artworks inspired by Locws International Art Across The City 2011
On arrival at the school the children were sat quietly, ready to put their artistic concepts into practice. After an informal discussion our groups and the materials we needed were in place. The teacher was also very keen and we were ready for action.
Sion, Llinos, India and Nikki made a mini installation model of Helen Edling’s work. A beautiful version of “singing miners” was made accompanied by a stage with broken cages on. “I loved working as a team and putting everything together” said Llinos.
Other groups made different versions of Mark Folds’ “Dylan’s Pencil” bringing together a wide range of materials with plaster, clay, wood and paper. Nathan said, “I loved making this” and Sion said, “it’s loads of fun”.
Others were inspired by “Cove”, from the exhibition by Alex Duncan at the Mission Gallery, and created their own version from papier-mâché, shells and plaster.
A very sweet “stage set” model was made by Cerys, Rhiannon and Kayla of an idyllic setting inspired from Cwmdonkin Park. One of the girls was so dedicated by this project that she even went home and made her own version of “Dylan’s Pencil” which was excellent.
I must comment on the fact that the children really worked very hard and they were an extremely dedicated class – well done!
David Marchant 2011
Locws Schools 2011: Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Gellionnen
