Shawn Skeir African Mask Portraits: Mixed Media Collage
Grade level: Grade K-8
Art Form: Collage, Elements of Design, Cutting, Using Shapes to build form, Colour Usage in Art, Historical Inspiration, Texture, Pattern, Mixed Media
Lesson Length time: Half day
Lesson Objective
Through exploring the work of artist Shawn Skeir, and learning about his techniques and processes, students will learn how to go about making their own mixed media collage portrait inspired by African Masks from various countries.
Learning Outcomes
Students will:
learn vocabulary of art techniques and practices (collage, mixed media art, cubism)
explore elements of design (shape and form, space, line, colour, texture and value)
explore principles of design,
learn about a local artist their art and African Masks from a variety of countries
have an opportunity to explore with materials and concepts
be encouraged to create art in a comfortable and supportive environment
apply critical thinking skills in their analysis of artwork and creation of their own artwork
Curriculum Connections
Visual Arts, Social Studies, History, Black History, Geography
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