Constructed Spaces

Lesson Plan

Description

Students will discuss how emotions can be affected by physical spaces. They will examine the work of Hayley Sheldon to inspire the creation of loomed weavings. Students will install artwork to communicate emotion and alter the viewer’s experience of a specific space.

Level

Advanced

Areas of Study

Community Fibers Sculpture Shape Texture Space Pattern Contemporary Art

Collections

Wonders of Weaving

Lesson Objectives

Students will examine physical spaces and how spaces can influence emotion and experience.

Students will discuss the work of Hayley Sheldon and how she creates sculptural installations with weaving.

Students will learn about constructing uniquely shaped looms.

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Teaching Strategies

Facilitate a discussion about how a physical space can affect people’s feelings.
Discuss the work of Hayley Sheldon and the techniques she uses to create sculptural installations with weaving.
Demonstrate various ways to construct shaped looms.
Facilitate the installation of multiple shaped looms in intentional spaces.

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National Standards

Create

Shape an artistic investigation of an aspect of present-day life using a contemporary practice of art or design.

VA:Cr1.2.Ia

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Time Requirements

Teacher Prep Time

30 minutes

Demonstration Time

30 minutes

Student Studio Time

5 hours

Supplies and Materials

Yarn and string
Cardboard, wood, PVC pipes, or found objects
Scissors
Installation supplies (fishing line, hooks, etc.)

National Standards

Create

Shape an artistic investigation of an aspect of present-day life using a contemporary practice of art or design.

VA:Cr1.2.Ia

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Steps

Discuss How Spaces Influence Emotions

Discuss how physical spaces can influence emotions. Discuss the work of Hayley Sheldon and frame looms. Analyze how Sheldon’s installations use weaving, color, shape, and space to create a mood.

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