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'Take One Picture' Week
6th July 2021
- drew trees
- measured trees
- lay under the trees
- used view finders
- printed leaves
- painted trees, leaves and seeds
- sponge printed trees
- admired trees
Achille Etna Michallon (1796–1822) was a French painter. The Oak and the Reed is based on the version of Aesop's fable by Jean de la Fontaine and can be seen in the Fitzwilliam Museum. It was painted from imagination by Michallon, the main message of the story is strength versus weakness. The painting reflects what happens to strong leaders who refuse to compromise and be flexible. Observations of the natural world are often used to parallel the human world. What does it mean to be resilient? How can we adapt to change? Sometimes it is better to go with the flow because it’s difficult to stand your ground. When is it right to go with the flow? If we go with the flow it can often make situations worse e.g bullying, racism.
Lots of great discussions were had about this painting.
Below are some pictures to show a snap shot of some of the wonderful activities happening across school during Take One Picture Week.