From a replica sink with real taps to a stick in a piece of clay, a project on sculpture inspired up to 300 different art works that were displayed at The Buchan School in Castletown on April 19 and 20.
Head of Art and Design Sarah Watterson said the exhibition was ‘a fantastic success’.
It featured work by every child between the ages of seven and 11, and was the culmination of three months’ study.
‘The pupils had studied the history and theory of sculpture and genres such as symbolism, abstractism and realism as well as completing a research project, prior to designing and creating their artwork,’ said Sarah.
‘It was linked with 3D design, the properties of clay, how plastic is made from oil. It was academic as well as practical.
‘They learned about being responsible for the planet and recycling. We used drift wood. They had to take responsibility and source their own material.’
She added: ‘They love practical lessons.
‘We looked at different genres and linked that in, it was quite in depth. You see them at the end and it’s a stick in clay, but it’s the concept behind it … a huge amount are very talented.
‘As long as they are enjoying it and learning, absorbing, I’m thrilled to bits.’
Exhibits were sold for £2 each, but some donated £20, the proceeds will go to the World Society for the Protection of Animals (WSPA).