Spirited Arts 2019
This summer, we have been exploring the questions, “What is a pilgrim?” and “What guides us on the journey of life?” Willow Class went on rather rainy mini pilgrimage from Great Gransden to Little Gransden. Cedar class questioned Rev. Blanchflower about her own experiences. She spoke about encountering the “thinness of spaces”, exploring places where the separation between Heaven and Earth feels less distinct. We thought hard about pilgrimage as a time of transformation and healing.
Selecting the 10 pieces of work to be entered into the official competition was as tricky as ever. Congratulations to: Molly, Jenna, Tomos, Lily, Fred, Matthew, Max, Fin, Thomas and Harry who are our "top 10".
Twisted Minds
My artwork shows a young girl and all her thoughts tangled around her. If you look closely you can see a smaller version of the girl in the string. A pilgrimage can be a journey inside and not a physical journey.
Molly
“Ahhhhh”
My collage is of my grandma’s lake. I have made this because it reminds me of peace and if I were on a pilgrimage I would probably go on a boat because it makes me feel calm. I wouldn’t be worried. Sikhs go to the Golden Temple which is very beautiful and the water would make me feel calm. Pilgrims might go in the water to feel calmer and “ahhhhh”.
Harry
Talking to God
We went on a mini pilgrimage walking from school to Little Gransden Church and Great Gransden Church. We had some quiet time which was very nice and peaceful. People go on pilgrimages to pray to God and Jesus. Churches and mountains are peaceful places. God can talk to you in private then. Even if you are not a believer you can still go.
Max
Spirited Arts 2018
Following the success of Jenna Whinney and Isabella Morretto in last year’s Spirited Arts competition, we submitted another wonderful set of entries this year.
We explored the questions, “What is peace?” and “Where can we find peace?”
Here are two examples of our students’ creative thinking.
Friendship
My friend brings me peace because he is very kind and helps me when I am stuck. He makes me feel grateful. This links to Mother Teresa’s quote, “Peace begins with a smile,” which means a smile can make you laugh and change how you feel.
Rylee
God is Always Watching
My picture is a fire like the burning bush in the story of Moses. That hand is God’s hand to show that he can overpower fire. The red splats are to represent the blood of Jesus. God is bringing peace down slowly so when it arrives it will be perfect.
Katherine
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