The Snapdragons designed, built, and filmed a circus performance in art based on the work of artist Alexander Calder, who performed with his traveling circus sculptures throughout Paris. The students came up with a concept for their circus character (acrobat, ringmaster, stunt person, tightrope walker, juggler etc) and designed a costume on a wooden mannequin. We built sets from found objects and painted backgrounds depicting a big top and audience members. The Snapdragons then created a stop-motion film showing their circus in motion. It was a great project in collaboration, communication, and problem-solving. You can view the film on the Gillen Brewer website! Just scroll down to the bottom of the homepage: www.gillenbrewer.com