Victor art teacher Jennifer Ogden recently spoke with one of her enthusiastic earth artists, Victor 7th Grader Josh Grenfell, to learn what intrigues him about nature sculpture-temporary, environmentally friendly earth art. He enjoyed the project so much that he began making sculptures at home. Josh defines Earth Art as a type of art where you can use only materials you can find, like rocks, sticks, and leaves. Because Earth Art is so temporary, Josh sees it as a type of performance, similar to theater and dance he's been involved with. Josh has explored a variety of materials, but his favorite material is icicles.
Artistic expression is an important component of outdoor field experiences.
An experiential activity like earth art furthers students' connection to the natural world, and enhances the integrated learning experience in the outdoor classroom of Teller Wildlife Refuge. Amy Monteith Teller Wildlife Refuge Education Program 1292 Chaffin Ln.