IB Grade 8 Visual Arts | Unit 1: Unveiling Identity: Self-Portraiture and Cultural Representation by Prakhar Chauhan | Learn Smarter
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Unit 1: Unveiling Identity: Self-Portraiture and Cultural Representation

Unit 1: Unveiling Identity: Self-Portraiture and Cultural Representation

The chapter emphasizes the intertwining of self-portraiture and cultural representation, illustrating how art can encapsulate personal and collective identities. Through historical and contemporary examples, students explore various techniques and cultural significances associated with self-portraits while developing their artistic skills. The learning objectives guide students towards understanding identity through their art, fostering critical engagement and personal expression.

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  1. 1
    Unveiling Identity: Self-Portraiture And Cultural Representation

    This section explores the intersection of self-portraiture and cultural...

  2. 1.1
    Global Context: Identities And Relationships

    This section explores how artists communicate personal and collective...

  3. 1.2
    Key Concepts: Identity, Communication

    This section focuses on exploring identity through self-portraiture and...

  4. 1.3
    Related Concepts: Expression, Representation, Self-Portraiture, Cultural Heritage
  5. 1.4
    Statement Of Inquiry

    This section highlights how artists use self-portraits and cultural art...

  6. 1.5
    Introduction

    This section introduces the visual arts unit 'Unveiling Identity,' focusing...

  7. 1.6
    Learning Objectives (Aligned With Myp Assessment Criteria)

    This section outlines the learning objectives for the unit on...

  8. 2
    Content & Activities: A Journey Of Artistic Discovery

    This section outlines a series of activities and fundamental concepts for...

  9. 2.1
    Introduction To Self-Portraiture: Mirrors To The Soul

    This section introduces self-portraiture as a powerful means of expressing...

  10. 2.2
    Historical Examples

    This section explores significant historical examples of self-portraiture...

  11. 2.3
    Contemporary Perspectives

    This section explores contemporary perspectives in self-portraiture,...

  12. 2.4
    Elements And Principles Of Art Review: The Artist's Toolkit

    This section reviews fundamental elements and principles of art, focusing on...

  13. 2.5
    Drawing Techniques: Capturing The Likeness And Beyond

    This section explores essential drawing techniques for self-portraiture,...

  14. 2.6
    Painting Techniques: Infusing Color And Emotion

    This section explores various painting techniques that enhance...

  15. 2.7
    Cultural Influences: Art As A Mirror Of Society

    This section examines how art reflects and shapes cultural identities,...

  16. 2.8
    Artist Research: Deep Dive Into Inspiration

    This section focuses on researching artists known for their self-portraits...

  17. 2.9
    Process Journal: Documenting Your Artistic Journey

    The Process Journal is a crucial tool for artists, recording their artistic...

  18. 2.10
    Studio Project: The Multi-Media Self-Portrait

    This section delves into the creation of a multi-media self-portrait as a...

  19. 2.11
    Critique Sessions: Sharpening Your Artistic Eye

    Critique sessions foster artist growth by offering structured feedback on...

  20. 3

    This section outlines the assessment criteria and methods for evaluating...

  21. 3.1
    Formative Assessment (Ongoing Feedback And Learning)

    This section focuses on the importance of formative assessment in visual...

  22. 3.2
    Summative Assessment (Demonstration Of Learning)

    This section outlines the summative assessment strategies used to evaluate...

What we have learnt

  • Artists use self-portraits to communicate personal and cultural narratives.
  • The elements and principles of art play a crucial role in portraying identity.
  • Critique and reflection are essential components of the artistic process for growth and understanding.

Key Concepts

-- Identity
The concept of understanding oneself and one’s place within different cultural and social contexts.
-- SelfPortraiture
An artistic representation where an artist depicts their own likeness, often revealing personal and cultural aspects.
-- Cultural Representation
The depiction of cultural identities, narratives, and heritage through artistic mediums.

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