Sunday, April 22, 2012

Art History and Cultural Heritage

Dear Parents and Students,

This week in art class we have been studying art history and cultural heritage  In accordance with the TEKS, 6th grade students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of art history and culture as records of human achievement.  Students should be able to identify specific artworks from a variety of cultures, identify in artworks the influence of historical events, and compare career opportunities in art.  Below is an interview with an art coach to other artists, and some activities to further explore art in history discussed in class.

1. Have you ever wanted to know what your name would look like in Hieroglyphics?  Check out this Egyptian Hieroglyphic Typewriter and type your name or a secret message to your friend. You can email it and print it out too.

2. In this activity, My Culture Quest you get to travel around the world collecting historical art pieces that must go back to the museum for an art exhibition. Happy Hunting!

3. Making Art Your Career  In this insightful interview with Alyson Stanfield, she talks about how she has made a career by helping other artists build their careers.

Hope you have fun with the activities and enjoy the interview with Alyson Stanfield. 

Ms. Cox

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