7th and 8th grade art is an elective class for Waunakee Middle School students. Both grade levels will focus on continuing their explorations of the Elements and Principles of Design. They will also learn about a number of famous artists, art movements, and art traditions from other cultures.  You can click on the project galleries listed at the left to see examples of student work! 

Ms. Wagner-Marx, along with Mr. Pollock, is one of the WCMS art teacher.  During the 2011-2012 school year Ms. Wagner-Marx will be teaching the 8th grade Art Program and two sections of 7th grade Art. 

Ms. Wagner-Marx is also the supervisor for the WCMS Art Club.  During Art Club students have the ability to design their own individual or collaborative art projects!  All interested students are welcome to join us for Art Club after school on Wednesday and Thursday afternoons (3:30-4:30). 

4th Quarter Due Dates - 7th Grade

 (Projects are 80% of Final Grade, Sketches are 20% of final Grade)

Project:  Repousse Book.  Due 5/1/2012

Project:  One-Point Perspective Drawing.  Due 6/1/2012

Project:  Pen & Ink Drawing.  Due 6/5/2012

Sketch 1: Draw a scene from an underground city.  (Be sure to use detail and fill the page.)  A day due 4/17/12.  B day due 4/18/12

Sketch 2:  Invent a ridiculous hat.  (Be sure to use detail and fill the page.)  A day due 5/1/12.  B day due 5/2/12.

Sketch 3: Draw something you plan to do over summer vacation.  (Be sure to include a detailed background.)  A day due 5/15/12.  B day due 5/16/12

4th Quarter Due Dates - 8th Grade

(Projects are 80% of Final Grade, Sketches are 20% of final Grade)

Project:   Still Life Drawing Due 5/18/2012.

Project:   Acrylic Painting Due 4/15/2012.

Sketch 1:  Draw a hideout or a place you go for privacy.  (Be sure to use detail and fill the page.)  A day due 4/17/12.  B day due 4/18/12

Sketch 2:  Draw a scene from a toy store.  (Be sure to include a detailed background.) A day due 5/1/12.  B day due 5/2/12.

Sketch 3:  Draw a lawnmower or other machine that has come to life.  A day due 5/15/12.  B day due 5/16/12