July – Diorama

Students were introduced to ‘Diorama’; a three-dimensional scene created to illustrate an environment; to boost one’s understanding of a subject matter and its surroundings.

Before crafting we got our students involved in a small discussion of what subject matters to choose and how to depict its environment.

Time did not permit finished works and served only to build awareness and interest. Project likely to be repeated sometime in the future"

Learning outcome: Introduction to Diorama, sampling of 3-dimensional viewpoint, exploring imagination, usage of recycled materials, developing creativity and self-expression.

July – “Wayang Kulit” - Session 1 & 2

'Wayang kulit' or shadow play, a royal court entertainment before and then a popular traditional entertainment in northeast peninsular Malaysia is soon to be a forgotten art form if efforts are not continued to preserve it. With similarities to puppetry, it re-enacts history, folklore of heroes and heroines and stories real and imagined.

Today's lessons hope to rekindle the child's imagination through play and art. Students crafted their own "wayang kulit" character and as part of public speaking exercise, they were asked to tell a short story based on that character.

Learning outcome: Wayang Kulit making, story telling, character design and creativity development

July – “Let’s go fly a kite” - Sessions 1 & 2

Today we told our students to keep their Raya angpows in the bank; “make toys instead of buying!”
Using ‘lidi’, strings, coloured paper and tape, students were guided (step-by-step) to create their very own Diamond kite.

Learning Outcome: kite making, do-it-yourself toy, developing their creativity and self-expression.

June – ‘Pop-Up Raya!’ - Sessions 1 & 2

Today we gave Raya Card an extra ‘ummph’ - a pop-up! The exercise was to generate ideas, showing how a twist of creativity can add spice to Raya Cards.

Before crafting we got our students involved in a small discussion of what images/ motifs represent Hari Raya. Students then chose their theme from those shared on the list.

Learning Outcome: Pop-up card making, understanding motifs, exercise in composition, acting on their creativity and self-expression.

We would like to take this opportunity to wish every one of our ardent supporters - our family, friends, students, parents, online friends and acquaintances of the Muslim faith, a ‘Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri, Maaf Zahir Batin and happy holidays to all others!

Kraftee Bug will be back to show-n-tell after a two-week break!

June – ‘Anyaman Pixel Art ’ - Sessions 1 & 2

Today our students learnt the classic art of ‘anyaman kertas’ (paper weaving) but with a modern twist – ‘Pixel Art’.

Alphabets were those of their own choice.

Guiding tips were given to them to execute; making it also an exercise for them to read and follow instructions on their own.

Learning Outcome: Understanding of Paper Weaving technique and Pixel, making sense of instructions, and employing their creativity and inherent skills.

June – ‘I love Daddy because…..’ - Sessions 1 & 2

Today, participants at both sessions paid tribute to the hero in their homes - aptly ahead of Father’s Day!

Students were given the freedom to express their creativity in material of their choice.

What better way to show their appreciation than by a self-designed clock face to tell time with everyone at home.

“Happy Father’s day Daddies/ Papas/ Abahs/ Ayahs/ Walids/Apaks! Hope you love the clocks!”

Learning Outcome: Knowing art ‘is in your face’ and around you, Gift-giving with a personal touch is special, Recall and Express, Sensory, and Fine motor skills.

June –‘Symmetry Art – Self-Portrait’ Session 1 & 2

Symmetry is a concept that is commonly found in math – especially geometry. But it is also often discussed in art where symmetry is one of the key elements in the Principles of Design.

Today we applied that concept to this week’s theme; ’self-portraits’. Apart from discovering how symmetrical and balanced their face are, the students also discovered the art of portraiture.

Learning Outcome: Understanding of Symmetry, Portraiture, Creativity, Sensory, and Fine motor skills.