Unveiling Identity: Self-Portraiture And Cultural Representation

This section explores the intersection of self-portraiture and cultural representation in the context of identity and relationships in visual arts.

Global Context: Identities And Relationships

This section explores how artists communicate personal and collective identities through self-portraiture and cultural art forms.

Key Concepts: Identity, Communication

This section focuses on exploring identity through self-portraiture and cultural representation in artworks.

Related Concepts: Expression, Representation, Self-Portraiture, Cultural Heritage

Statement Of Inquiry

This section highlights how artists use self-portraits and cultural art forms to express personal and collective identities.

Introduction

This section introduces the visual arts unit 'Unveiling Identity,' focusing on self-portraiture and cultural representation.

Learning Objectives (Aligned With Myp Assessment Criteria)

This section outlines the learning objectives for the unit on self-portraiture and cultural representation, specifying the skills and knowledge to be developed.

Content & Activities: A Journey Of Artistic Discovery

This section outlines a series of activities and fundamental concepts for exploring self-portraiture and cultural representation in art.

Introduction To Self-Portraiture: Mirrors To The Soul

This section introduces self-portraiture as a powerful means of expressing personal and cultural identities through art.

Historical Examples

This section explores significant historical examples of self-portraiture and their role in communicating personal and cultural identity.

Contemporary Perspectives

This section explores contemporary perspectives in self-portraiture, examining how modern artists use their work to communicate identity and challenge traditional representations.

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

This section reviews fundamental elements and principles of art, focusing on their application in portraiture to convey identity.

Drawing Techniques: Capturing The Likeness And Beyond

This section explores essential drawing techniques for self-portraiture, emphasizing the importance of likeness, expression, and individual style.

Painting Techniques: Infusing Color And Emotion

This section explores various painting techniques that enhance self-portraiture by using color and brushwork to convey deeper emotions and meanings.

Cultural Influences: Art As A Mirror Of Society

This section examines how art reflects and shapes cultural identities, emphasizing the role of individual and collective expression through various art forms.

Artist Research: Deep Dive Into Inspiration

This section focuses on researching artists known for their self-portraits and cultural representations to inform personal artistic practice.

Process Journal: Documenting Your Artistic Journey

The Process Journal is a crucial tool for artists, recording their artistic development, experiments, and reflections throughout the self-portraiture unit.

Studio Project: The Multi-Media Self-Portrait

This section delves into the creation of a multi-media self-portrait as a culmination of artistic exploration of identity and cultural representation.

Critique Sessions: Sharpening Your Artistic Eye

Critique sessions foster artist growth by offering structured feedback on communication, skill application, and personal expression.

Assessment

This section outlines the assessment criteria and methods for evaluating student progress in the 'Unveiling Identity' unit.

Formative Assessment (Ongoing Feedback And Learning)

This section focuses on the importance of formative assessment in visual arts education, emphasizing ongoing feedback and reflective practices for students.

Summative Assessment (Demonstration Of Learning)

This section outlines the summative assessment strategies used to evaluate students' understanding and skills connected to self-portraiture and cultural representation in art.