2013 School Magazine

A1:^'T CANIP in late May. a group of Years 10,11 and 12 students participated in BGGS's first Art Camp at Marrapatta The weekend involved the students exploring and experimenting with different art forms while absorbing the scenic landscapes. The first morning involved a stroll through Marrapatta. finishing surrounded by the bush. The girls took advantage of this opportunity and created collages made from newspaper to help emulate forms in the landscape and to contrast the natural forms around them. Later that evening the girls were taken to Lake Cootharaba where they practised drawing skills using pastel chalk to represent the spirit of the landscape

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Art Campers with the Andy Goldsworthy sculpture

stretched out before them. Along with this activity, the girls captured the landscape, using their bodies to blend into the scenery, and photographing each other. The last day involved a drawing exercise that let the girls use their own imaginations to draw what was not visible, but can still be seen through the person's own perspective. This enabled them to build on their drawing skills and venture into something more imaginative and independent The camp concluded on the Sunday afternoon when the girls ventured through the rainforest and were taken to see Andy Goldsworthy's new sculpture

It was an incredible sight and something that had to be experienced and seen to truly understand the power of the art piece The girls experienced all forms of environmental artworks and were able to become truly a part of the landscape. which isn't witnessed often. it was an extremely memorable experience and one that those involved will appreciate and be thankful for when continuing Art at Grammar

TEGAN DAWSON 12 BEANLAND VISUAL ARTS CAPTAIN

A1^' T WALK ;;^^ The Art department hosted a number of Art Walks throughout theyear each focusing on a different exhibition with professional Iy guided tours around the Gallery of Modern Art and the Queensland Art Gallery. All students, staff members and parents were invited and the Grammar community was encouraged to come along. The 7th Asia Pacific Triennial kicked off the Art Walks for the year. and an abundant array of works were seen. Themes of 'Death and Life' and 'Voice and Reason' were explored in the second Art Walk, with exhibitions featuring contemporary Am hem Land art and works by indigenous and non-Indigenous Australian artists. Term 3 saw GoMA filled with all kinds of contemporary indigenous art under the banner of 'My Country: I Still Call Australia Home', which was an emotional and eye-opening experience. The walk provided us with valuable views and information on Australia's rich history All the Art Walks throughout the year were fascinating. giving those who attended the chance to explore a range of different art forms and providing wonderful insights

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