Whoo, Whooo, loves Owls?

I am totally smitten with Owls lately. I would create owls all day long if I could! 

3rd graders created these large owls inspired by Ginger over at Paintbrush Rocket.  

I love these and wanted to put my own spin on her fun project.

 Class One:

First, students used a tracer to create the owl. I know some people don't like using the tracers but this class needed the shape to get them started. 

Next we discussed how to create patterned lines using our scissors. Zig-Zag, Wavy, Straight etc., and then students glued them into the owl's stomach area.

Class 2:

Students created large eyes and placed them on the 

head of the Owl. Next came the beak and claws.

We discussed briefly, the texture found on Owls- feathers.

Using oil pastels, students drew short marks 

resembling the feathers. 

Lastly, students used paint and the dry brush technique.  

I stressed to keep their paint on the tip of the brush to

 create the feather look. 

Some students really loved mixing colors on their owl's wings. 

Overall, I loved seeing these big-eyed guys hanging around!