Cornucopias

Cornucopias, to me, are the perfect fall symbol.  They incorporate fall harvest, feasts, and giving thanks all wrapped up in one.  In order to create the woven basket feel of the cornucopia, I had students work with cardboard.  They drew their cornucopias first onto a rectangular piece then cut out the shape and peeled back the outer layer of the cardboard to showcase the ribbed interior.  This really adds texture and gives that basket look to their artwork.

Upon finishing the basket step, students then glued their cornucopias to their paper and began stamping.  They use various fruits to create a balanced composition of fruit sprawling from their cornucopias.

Lastly, students made lines across their paper for a quick thanksgiving poem to be added to the background.  Students were asked to write a list things that they are thankful for.  I asked for a list of twenty.  These words were then copied in their best handwriting across their pictures.  The final results are stunning!