Boy, Will is really starting to show some skill in the artwork department. And those who know me would understand that he certainly didn’t get that gene from me.
The big thing is Will actually had a piece of art from first grade on display at a local bank. The display ended last weekend, but right there in the entrance to the branch was Will’s art work. It was in the style of Eric Carle, and I must say that he did a great job with it. (If the name doesn’t ring a bell, perhaps you recall reading Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? or The Very Hungry Caterpillar.) I can see why it was chosen.
So he’s got one up on his Mom and Dad in this respect — we didn’t do anything public display-worthy.
Then there is this recent project at school, where he made a topographic map of the United States, using salt dough. Being the expert at maps that he is, he actually did a good job with getting the mountain ranges in, with different heights, and even 3 rivers (Rio Grande, Mississippi, and James). He even painted Canada and Mexico in different colors.
Which brings me to an interesting exchange from the recent camping trip (pictures still pending) with Will. He was impressing the kids and adults with his geography knowledge around a campfire, when he had this conversation with one of the adults:
Will: Canada is on top of the United States.
Adult (making a joke): So, if Canada is on top of the United States, what does that it make it?
Will: What?
Adult: The hat.
Will (without missing a beat): So, what does that make Mexico? The pants?
If you didn’t realize how much of a geography wiz Will is, take a look at this map of the United States — that he drew from memory. Proportions may not be quite there yet, but the detail is stunning.
As I said, he’s got an interesting set of artistic skills.
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