The 4/5s are studying the Iroquois and learning about their music and art. Combining all three disciplines, they are each crafting a large drum, made from a construction tube and nylon packcloth, that will be decorated with Iroquois designs and symbols and used to accompany their voices in music class.
Painting a primer coat on the construction tube |
These will be sizable drums! |
Sketching the design onto the cylinder |
From the bottom up! |
Working around the cylinder |
Drawing continues on the floor |
Painting a background for a substantial snake! |
Lots to consider when working in the round |
Everyone painting their drum cylinders |
Four almost finished drums |
Drums being played around the fire circle |