Week at a Glance: 

 

MLK Junior High and Wossman High School will start out the year by extablishing personal and classroom goals and expectations. Our first Artwork which will begin on Wednesday will be  a return for some and an introduction for the rest into alternative process art making. In this case we are talking about using a material you might not traditionally reach for, Instant Coffee. With this materia we can achieve a beautiful array of earthtones. I look forwork to working with each student as they develop their own personal cocnepts. 

 

 

 

The goal in all of my schools is to focus on the Basic Prinicples of Design: Symmetry, Emphasis, Rhythm, Contrast, and Pattern.

 

   Through an understanding of these practices students will realize their artistic potential which will improve their quality of life at the school they are attending. 

 

 

 

 

Hello and welcome to Talented Art! It is the 2023-2024 school year!!

My name is Matthew Knopps, since graduating from Louisiana Tech in 2014 I have had the pleasure of teaching for Monroe City Schools for 10 years. This will be my fourth year teaching Talented Art at Wossman High and MLK Junior High, I look forward to a great year! 

Individualism: As an Art Teacher I believe in embracing your individual style. No two people create the same way. We are unique individuals with our own likes and dislikes. Lets find those qualities in ourselves, and use them to make amazing artwork.

Success and Mistakes: Mistakes are a part of the learning process as an artist, and I want us to embrace these moments on our way to success. We must be able to make mistakes as artists in order to grow. 

Learning as a Group: With everything I can teach, the community of the classroom is a blessing. We learn so much from each other. I know this year will be different with virtual learning but please continue to communicate with your classmates. 

See you soon!!

 

 

Upcomming Events/Opporotunities:

At the time at both schools we are honing our artistic skills.

 

 

Google Classrooms will be used for providing information on projects and introducing students to new artists.

 

Wossman: mzav6l3

 

MLK Junior: hylmoc5

 

 Lastly, If you ever need to contact me, I am avaiable at both schools:

 

Wossman High from 7:30 to 11:00 A.M.: (318)387-2932  ext. 

MLK Junior High  from 12 P.M to 2:30: P.M.: (318)387-1825 ext. 2287

 

 

Have a wonderful day!

 Mr. Knopps

(Dr. Art)