This week, Fifth Class have been exploring the life and artwork of Pablo Picasso. We are focusing on his famous Blue Period, a time when Picasso used shades of blue to express feelings of sadness and reflection.
The children are recreating his painting The Tragedy by designing their own blue monochromatic palettes. Through this work, they are learning how colours can communicate emotions and tell a story, even without words.
It has been fascinating to see how different shades of blue can capture mood and feeling – from deep, dark tones that suggest sorrow, to lighter blues that bring a softer sense of calm. This project has sparked great conversations about how art can help us understand and express emotions.