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Some of the many memories shared at GATE excursions, workshops, and socials...
ASB GATE 2024
Friday Morning Kick-off!
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
GATE was off to a lovely start Friday morning. We had expected rain but lucked out with sunny skies for exploring this inspiring city through the lens of art. This year we welcomed 72 art teachers from 25 countries!
Barcelona, Spain
GATE was off to a lovely start Friday morning. We had expected rain but lucked out with sunny skies for exploring this inspiring city through the lens of art. This year we welcomed 72 art teachers from 25 countries!
La Padrera (Casa Mila)
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
We toured one of Gaudi's masterpieces, a defining feature of the Passeig de Gracia area of Barcelona. Once ridiculed for its highly unusual design, this building is now a celebrated architectural landmark. The gorgeous, organic details of the interior were a site to behold. We then spent some quality time on its roof, sketching animated chimneys in the sun.
Barcelona, Spain
We toured one of Gaudi's masterpieces, a defining feature of the Passeig de Gracia area of Barcelona. Once ridiculed for its highly unusual design, this building is now a celebrated architectural landmark. The gorgeous, organic details of the interior were a site to behold. We then spent some quality time on its roof, sketching animated chimneys in the sun.
La Sagrada Familia
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
We were blown away by the impossible scale and incredible beauty of this incomparable work of architecture. Still under construction, this spectacular church is Antoni Gaudi's master work. The interplay of light, color and space was an inspirational place for photography, sketching and meditation.
Barcelona, Spain
We were blown away by the impossible scale and incredible beauty of this incomparable work of architecture. Still under construction, this spectacular church is Antoni Gaudi's master work. The interplay of light, color and space was an inspirational place for photography, sketching and meditation.
Museu Picasso
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
One of the highlights of our visit to this iconic museum was to be able to see Picasso's progression as an artist over time, from his very early years as a student through his different artistic periods.
- Photo taken by Marguerite “Buzzy” Impey.
Barcelona, Spain
One of the highlights of our visit to this iconic museum was to be able to see Picasso's progression as an artist over time, from his very early years as a student through his different artistic periods.
- Photo taken by Marguerite “Buzzy” Impey.
Urban Street Art
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona has a thriving urban art scene with many prolific artists working throughout the city. Ana Martinez, IB art teacher at the American School of Barcelona, gave us a tour of the old city and many of its striking graffiti walls.
Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona has a thriving urban art scene with many prolific artists working throughout the city. Ana Martinez, IB art teacher at the American School of Barcelona, gave us a tour of the old city and many of its striking graffiti walls.
Fundació Joan Miró
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
We visited the incredible Fundació, designed by architect Josep Lluis Sert and featuring artwork by the legendary Joan Miró. The space was just as inspiring as the artwork itself!
Barcelona, Spain
We visited the incredible Fundació, designed by architect Josep Lluis Sert and featuring artwork by the legendary Joan Miró. The space was just as inspiring as the artwork itself!
Museu Nacional D'Art
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
We explored this breathtaking museum situated at the top of Montjuic. It is especially notable for its outstanding collection of Romanesque church paintings and for Catalan art and design. This is a view from the top!
- Photo by Ejegul Kurbanova.
Barcelona, Spain
We explored this breathtaking museum situated at the top of Montjuic. It is especially notable for its outstanding collection of Romanesque church paintings and for Catalan art and design. This is a view from the top!
- Photo by Ejegul Kurbanova.
Photography Walking Tour
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
The dynamic duo of Lina Densley and Louisa Avery of The American School in London led us on a photo walk through Barcelona's Marina and famous La Boqueria Market. We focused on storytelling and how to capture the essence of a place or people through the lens.
Barcelona, Spain
The dynamic duo of Lina Densley and Louisa Avery of The American School in London led us on a photo walk through Barcelona's Marina and famous La Boqueria Market. We focused on storytelling and how to capture the essence of a place or people through the lens.
Urban Sketching Walk
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
Salma Raza of The American School in London led us on a sketching tour through some of the most picturesque areas of the city. We practiced continuous line drawing, gestures through mark making and the use of aqua brushes to respond to the mood and energy of our surroundings.
Barcelona, Spain
Salma Raza of The American School in London led us on a sketching tour through some of the most picturesque areas of the city. We practiced continuous line drawing, gestures through mark making and the use of aqua brushes to respond to the mood and energy of our surroundings.
Folk Art Fusion
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
This multimedia workshop was inspired by the folk art of Mexico and grounded in choice and voice.
Presenter: Gisell Giorge Gamboa from the Overseas Chinese Academy of Chiway Suzhou, China.
Barcelona, Spain
This multimedia workshop was inspired by the folk art of Mexico and grounded in choice and voice.
Presenter: Gisell Giorge Gamboa from the Overseas Chinese Academy of Chiway Suzhou, China.
Hybrid Photography
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
Hybrid photography happens when experiments and interventions are done on photographic prints which are then rephotographed. In this interactive hands-on workshop, we applied techniques such as painting, embroidery, scratching, burning, punching holes, deteriorating gestures and added materials like water, salt or tea to get one-of-a-kind effects on our own photos.
Presenter: Sophia Stella Soseilos, the American Community Schools of Athens, Greece.
- Artwork by Jennifer Hudson.
Barcelona, Spain
Hybrid photography happens when experiments and interventions are done on photographic prints which are then rephotographed. In this interactive hands-on workshop, we applied techniques such as painting, embroidery, scratching, burning, punching holes, deteriorating gestures and added materials like water, salt or tea to get one-of-a-kind effects on our own photos.
Presenter: Sophia Stella Soseilos, the American Community Schools of Athens, Greece.
- Artwork by Jennifer Hudson.
Gelli Prints
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
We dove into the captivating world of gel printing, where spontaneity and creativity meet to produce unique works of art. We learned valuable tips and practices to share with our students.
Presenters: Marjorie Hernandez Aliaga and Gloria Carnevale, International School of Nanshan in Shenzhen, China,
Barcelona, Spain
We dove into the captivating world of gel printing, where spontaneity and creativity meet to produce unique works of art. We learned valuable tips and practices to share with our students.
Presenters: Marjorie Hernandez Aliaga and Gloria Carnevale, International School of Nanshan in Shenzhen, China,
The Power of Materials
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
How can less become more? In this workshop aimed at HS art teachers yet adaptable at any age, we learned simple methods for helping students develop drawing skills and ignite conversations about the significance of material choices and the importance of artistic intention.
Presenter: Konstantina Kapanidou, Pinewood American International School of Thessaloniki, Greece.
Barcelona, Spain
How can less become more? In this workshop aimed at HS art teachers yet adaptable at any age, we learned simple methods for helping students develop drawing skills and ignite conversations about the significance of material choices and the importance of artistic intention.
Presenter: Konstantina Kapanidou, Pinewood American International School of Thessaloniki, Greece.
Pastel Possibilities
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
In this workshop, we explored the vibrant and versatile world of pastels. We investigated fun techniques such as using soap and sandpaper with both oil and soft pastels. We dove into creating our own pastel paste, had lots of time to practice and left with plenty of new ideas to share with our students.
Presenter: Klara Hermanek and Carla Otero, American School of Doha, Qatar.
Barcelona, Spain
In this workshop, we explored the vibrant and versatile world of pastels. We investigated fun techniques such as using soap and sandpaper with both oil and soft pastels. We dove into creating our own pastel paste, had lots of time to practice and left with plenty of new ideas to share with our students.
Presenter: Klara Hermanek and Carla Otero, American School of Doha, Qatar.
Printmaking
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
Participants in this workshop made a bag from scratch using a lino cut plate and sewing skills. As you can see the results were as unique as they were beautiful!
Presenter: Lindsey Bailey, Dulwich College, Beijing, China.
Photo by Tess Hitchcock.
Barcelona, Spain
Participants in this workshop made a bag from scratch using a lino cut plate and sewing skills. As you can see the results were as unique as they were beautiful!
Presenter: Lindsey Bailey, Dulwich College, Beijing, China.
Photo by Tess Hitchcock.
Classroom Faces
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
In this engaging, hands-on clay workshop, we crafted a unique ceramic head, exploring. various artistic styles including realism, mythology, cultural masks, animal features, and fantasy.
Presenter: Ryan Pace, American School of Doha, Qatar.
Barcelona, Spain
In this engaging, hands-on clay workshop, we crafted a unique ceramic head, exploring. various artistic styles including realism, mythology, cultural masks, animal features, and fantasy.
Presenter: Ryan Pace, American School of Doha, Qatar.
The Secret of Colors
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
In this practical workshop, participants learned inexpensive techniques for processing pigments and making paints using natural, inexpensive, non-toxic materials that last centuries.
Presenter: Lucie Wiedemann, International School Augsburg, Germany.
Barcelona, Spain
In this practical workshop, participants learned inexpensive techniques for processing pigments and making paints using natural, inexpensive, non-toxic materials that last centuries.
Presenter: Lucie Wiedemann, International School Augsburg, Germany.
Create, Collaborate & Curate
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
Using simplistic forms through mixed media, participants were taken through a series of prompts to generate a number of artworks. We then worked collaboratively to find commonalities across our works and curate a cohesive exhibition. This was a powerful tool to bring back to our high school students.
Presenter: Shannon Brinkley, Leipzig International School, Germany.
Barcelona, Spain
Using simplistic forms through mixed media, participants were taken through a series of prompts to generate a number of artworks. We then worked collaboratively to find commonalities across our works and curate a cohesive exhibition. This was a powerful tool to bring back to our high school students.
Presenter: Shannon Brinkley, Leipzig International School, Germany.
Portrait in Watercolor
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
This workshop delved into the intricacies of hue, temperature, and saturation, demonstrating how these elements can be manipulated to create depth and visual interest. We received classroom lesson materials, slides, a video tutorial and assessment rubrics to take back to our classrooms as well!
Presenter: Jenn Hudson, Zurich International School, Switzerland.
Barcelona, Spain
This workshop delved into the intricacies of hue, temperature, and saturation, demonstrating how these elements can be manipulated to create depth and visual interest. We received classroom lesson materials, slides, a video tutorial and assessment rubrics to take back to our classrooms as well!
Presenter: Jenn Hudson, Zurich International School, Switzerland.
Narrative of Objects
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
This workshop was based on an assemblage art project the explores the hidden stories embedded within everyday objects, uncovering the profound connections between the material world and the human experience. We each made our own assemblage, weaven together a collective narrative that spoke to the complexities of life, identity and memory.
Presenter: Fiona Murphy, Brewster Madrid, Spain.
Barcelona, Spain
This workshop was based on an assemblage art project the explores the hidden stories embedded within everyday objects, uncovering the profound connections between the material world and the human experience. We each made our own assemblage, weaven together a collective narrative that spoke to the complexities of life, identity and memory.
Presenter: Fiona Murphy, Brewster Madrid, Spain.
The Power of Yet
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
How do we create a safe space in our art room for students to experiment and try new things without fear of failure, comparison or frustration? In this workshop, we learned activities and projects designed to encourage risk taking, creativity and embracing mistakes.
Presenter: Marsha Bycraft, International School Bangkok, Thailand.
Barcelona, Spain
How do we create a safe space in our art room for students to experiment and try new things without fear of failure, comparison or frustration? In this workshop, we learned activities and projects designed to encourage risk taking, creativity and embracing mistakes.
Presenter: Marsha Bycraft, International School Bangkok, Thailand.
Abstract Thinking Strategies
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
This workshop focused on activities aimed to open up our students' thinking to abstraction. Taking our cue from avant-garde thinkings and writers, we got a taste of what some simple practices can do to jumpstart an abstract mindset and set the stage for creativity that leaves routines, worries and insecurities behind.
Presenter: Jenny Tiefel, The American International School of Muscat, Oman.
Barcelona, Spain
This workshop focused on activities aimed to open up our students' thinking to abstraction. Taking our cue from avant-garde thinkings and writers, we got a taste of what some simple practices can do to jumpstart an abstract mindset and set the stage for creativity that leaves routines, worries and insecurities behind.
Presenter: Jenny Tiefel, The American International School of Muscat, Oman.
Contemporary Still Life
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
This hands-on workshop was designed for art teachers interested in exploring contemporary still life. We experimented with everyday objects, colored papers and innovative lighting techniques in various setups, capturing photographs to serve as inspiration for future paintings. We explored how light direction, contrast, color combinations and composition can shape the mood and visual impact of your artwork.
Presenter: Domingo Martinez, The American School in London.
Barcelona, Spain
This hands-on workshop was designed for art teachers interested in exploring contemporary still life. We experimented with everyday objects, colored papers and innovative lighting techniques in various setups, capturing photographs to serve as inspiration for future paintings. We explored how light direction, contrast, color combinations and composition can shape the mood and visual impact of your artwork.
Presenter: Domingo Martinez, The American School in London.
Generative AI in Visual Arts
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
In this session, we discussed the range of ways AI is being used in the arts and how our schools have been challenged by it. We shared ideas and practices around AI as well as productive ways we could use it in the future.
Presenter: Erik Niemi, The American School in London.
Barcelona, Spain
In this session, we discussed the range of ways AI is being used in the arts and how our schools have been challenged by it. We shared ideas and practices around AI as well as productive ways we could use it in the future.
Presenter: Erik Niemi, The American School in London.
Public Art Uplifts Us
ASB GATE 2024
Barcelona, Spain
In this hands-on workshop, we explored how to design an activity addressing how to inspire positivity in our school communities.
Presenter: Marguerite Impey, Evita Matveja and Linda Steinburga, International School of Latvia, Latvia.
Barcelona, Spain
In this hands-on workshop, we explored how to design an activity addressing how to inspire positivity in our school communities.
Presenter: Marguerite Impey, Evita Matveja and Linda Steinburga, International School of Latvia, Latvia.
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