Portfolio Task 11: Six Pointed Star Map

Amanda Gillam, 16311963 - EDP260 Assignment 2B

Portfolio Task 11: Six Pointed Star Map

Arts Concepts and Understandings

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• Papier-mache is a traditional form of artwork used in Mexico, known as Catoneria, and other parts of the world for traditional, celebratory and artistic purposes.

• Aesthetic sensibility is developed through the critical analysis and reflection of the artwork of others and self.

• Visual media and visual art forms can be used to communicate thoughts, feelings and ideas to an audience (Dinham, 2011)

• Innovative and imaginative ideas arise through collaboration and co-operation with others.

Steps to Support Inventive Thinking and Imaginative Responses

Goals and Motivations

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• Create a mind map about the solar system and the planets

• Show a short video of the first man on the moon and discuss why this was such a significant event

• Present a powerpoint presentation with images of various planets and have students guess which planet it is.

• Display images of planets, rockets, alien creatures and other space images around the classroom

• Discuss various movies about space travel and display images including Star Trek, Star Wars, Apollo 13, ET and Armageddon

• Review demonstrations of the process of papier-mache art, show various examples of finished products and the features of this style.

• Provide planning worksheets for each component of the project and encourage groups discussion

• Provide time for internet/library research, and magazines and newspapers to prompt ideas

• Develop creative capacities, including fluency, flexibility and originality, through the invention of an innovative and unique piece of artwork (Dinham, 2011).

• Give and receive constructive feedback as a process of reflection and to develop aesthetic sensibilities

• Work collaboratively with others to develop self-expression and identity formation.

• Demonstrate ability to present artwork that articulates individual ideas, interpretations and creations for the development of self-expression and communication

• Develop art skills and knowledge in papier-mache, visual arts (collage) and media arts (presentation)

• Establish an awareness of the connection between art and culture to establish a sense of self and belonging

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Topic: What Planet Are You From?

Solar system, planets and their features – integration with science curriculum, papier-mache; understanding the history and cultural purpose of this art form as well as creating own artwork, group work, presentation skills, visual media, visual arts

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Making: Processes and Skills

Reflect and Respond Opportunities

• Provide scaffolding through the use of questioning, prompting and feedback. Allow students to explain why they have taken a certain direction.

• Provide opportunities for the audience to provide feedback on each group presentation and artwork.

• Ask each student to complete a written reflection of their project including; identifying strengths, weaknesses, skills and knowledge they have learned from the unit and how they will use these in the future.

Processes:

• Brainstorm and workshop in small groups of three to invent a new planet considering all aspects of life including physical look, habitants, environment and lifestyle on the planet.

• Create a papier-mache version of the new planet as viewed from space.

• Make a collage of the habitants of the new planet using creativity, aesthetic sensibility and creative thinking processes.

• Design and deliver an informative presentation to the class about the new planet, providing facts and explanations as to why the new planet has certain features.

Skills:

• Use research skills to investigate ideas and find pictures for artwork.

• Use art skills to create a planet using the papier-mache technique.

• Design a collage of the habitants of the new planet.

• Work collaboratively with other groups members to coordinate the various aspects of the project for completion in the allocated timeframe.

• Use Microsoft PowerPoint to create a presentation.

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Cultural References

• The first man on the moon - an understanding of a significant cultural event in history of mankind.

• Cartoneria or papier-mache sculptures of Mexico - papier-mache is a traditional handcraft used in Mexico during certain celebrations. These include piñatas, figurines, masks and other decorative items. References to the work of Sergio Bustamante, a famous Mexican papier-mache artist.

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