Interrupting an Exhibit

Lesson Plan

Description

Students will explore, examine, and interpret artworks, historical artifacts, or cultural objects displayed in online or museum exhibits or galleries. Students will then select one exhibit to disrupt, interrupt, or complement with artwork from their portfolio.

Level

Advanced

Areas of Study

Balance Emphasis Variety Contemporary Art

Collections

Curatorial Challenges

Lesson Objectives

Students will study art, historical artifacts, or cultural objects shown in online and museum exhibits or galleries.

Students will select one exhibit to disrupt, interrupt, or complement with artwork from a current portfolio.

Students will research, examine, and interpret the selected exhibit’s original meaning, purpose, and impact.

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Teaching Strategies

Present examples of online or in-person museum/gallery exhibits of art, historical artifacts, or cultural objects.
Guide students through researching and selecting one exhibit to alter with current artwork.
Discuss ways to research, examine, and interpret the meaning, purpose, and impact of an exhibit.
Guide students through selecting work and creating an exhibit proposal.

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National Standards

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Time Requirements

Teacher Prep Time

1 hour

Demonstration Time

1 hour

Student Studio Time

5 hours and 15 minutes

Supplies and Materials

Computer/Research tools
Sketchbook
Portfolio of artwork

National Standards

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Steps

Exhibit Analysis

View exhibits online or in person at a local museum or gallery. Observe and discuss the artwork, historical artifacts, or cultural objects on display.

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