Check out this music video made by the Art of Rock n' Roll class for PS I Love You, a popular indie rock band: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HHtXPrLO6aU
The best part is that the entire video was made using only an overhead projector, scrap paper, wire, cardboard puppets and a bit of red film. Take a look at the band's website and see just how much those cockroaches look like the band members. http://paperbagrecords.com/artists/ps-i-love-you
Amazing work by some amazing students.
Friday, June 17, 2011
Thursday, May 26, 2011
Oasis Vinyl Tap
Oasis art classes have turned dollar-bin vinyl into works of art. Using just spraypaint, tape and a little careful exacto knife work, students have been creating portraits of their favourite musicians. One of our student artists even got her record signed by Alice Glass from Crystal Castles. Apparently Alice liked it so much she asked if she could have it. Nice try. Instead it's up on display at Xpace as part of the Alternative Tentacle alternative school art show. Here is a sample of some of the great work.
Tuesday, April 26, 2011
Registration at ASC for 2011-2012
Spaces are available at the Arts and Social Change Program for 2011-2012. If you or anyone you know is currently struggling inside or outside of the classroom and is interested in attaining core credits while engaging in art and performance opportunities our program may be the answer. Call our Guidance Counsellor or Curriculum Leader at 416-393-9830 for more information.
Information sessions are scheduled for the following dates and times at our school location (3rd floor at 20 Brant Street). Each session begins at 9:00 am and lasts 1 hour.
Students must call prior to the information session to reserve a spot:
· Friday May 13
· Friday June 3
· Friday June 10
· Friday June 17
The Brant Street location of Oasis Alternative S.S. has 3 classrooms with an Arts & Social Change focus. The Arts & Social Change Program is the only continuous intake program in the TDSB where students earn a range of compulsory and elective Grade 9, 10, and some grade 11 credits through an exploration of the visual, media and performing arts and social justice issues. This program is designed to address the needs of at-risk youth. On-going school-community partnerships allow our staff and students to draw on the resources of the local Art & Design District and activist community organizations. There are no additional portfolio or audition requirements other than a willingness to participate in visual, media and/or performing arts activities.
Monday, April 11, 2011
Cookie Math
Teacher Vanessa Pearson helps students better understand fractions by baking the best ever chocolate chip cookies. Vanessa is on a LTO covering for Jane Fonseca who is on Mat leave...This is the tasty-est math class ever.
Oasis Does Rock and Roll Art with Local Band Bonjay
Oasis' 'Art of Rock n' Roll' class hard at work printing custom posters with members from Toronto's favourite band, Bonjay. Students are designing and printing original silk screen posters for the band to take on tour with them in the UK. Stay tuned to see the final results!
http://www.guardian.co.uk/culture/2011/apr/07/first-sight-bonjayhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=32C4QAKce7M
Aboriginal Arts Based Project
This semester Oasis was one of the lucky schools selected to take part in the TDSB Aboriginal Arts Based Project. Students worked with J'net AyAy Qwa Yak Sheelth Cavanagh, a textile artist and educator to learn about First Nations history in Canada and the power of art. Using applique and paint, students created their own interpretations of West coast First Nations art and the results were amazing!
Monday, March 21, 2011
Marlon Makes Potato Fritters with ASC Students
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| Marlon is the best caretaker ever and he know lots about making banana fritters. ASC students and staff send him a big hug and thank you |
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