Our tree is coming to life...and some discus action

On Thursday we started to create the leaves that will adorn our Kauri tree. We decided thatreal life Kauri leaves were too small to make so we went for a more traditional general shape and colour. We learnt how to use a reference to create realistic texture and colour.

Google gave us lots of examples to brainstorm the right colours and textures to use an we got stuck in. In week 3 we'll get the leaves onto the tree so it doesn't look so wintery!

We're also spending some time mastering our technique for the upcoming athletics day. Thanks to all the parents who are able to give their expert advice in the afternoons. Here, Jack and Ben can be seen in front of camera letting rip on the discus.