Paper Manipulation Techniques
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Students will manipulate found papers to create an abstract collage. They will explore how the collage connects to personal experiences in relationship to current events or concerns by writing an artist statement.
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Lesson Objectives
Students will identify current events and concerns that could be explored through artmaking.
Students will find and select papers that support a personal point of view related to a current event or concern.
Students will create an abstract paper collage using several methods and techniques for manipulating paper.
Teaching Strategies
- Facilitate a classroom conversation about current events and concerns that could be explored through artmaking.
- Model how to select recycled papers that support an intended message.
National Standards
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Demonstrate persistence in developing skills with various materials, methods, and approaches in creating works of art or design.
VA:Cr2.1.7aReflect on and explain important information about personal artwork in an artist statement or another format.
VA:Cr3.1.7aTime Requirements
Teacher Prep Time
10 minutes
Demonstration Time
15 minutes
Student Studio Time
2 hours
Supplies and Materials
- Recycled or found papers
- Scissors
- Adhesive (glue or glue sticks)
National Standards
Create
Demonstrate persistence in developing skills with various materials, methods, and approaches in creating works of art or design.
VA:Cr2.1.7aReflect on and explain important information about personal artwork in an artist statement or another format.
VA:Cr3.1.7a
Steps
Identify Current Events & Concerns
Brainstorm current events or concerns that could be explored through artmaking.
Draw or write in a sketchbook to develop ideas.
Select one current event or concern to develop into a collage.
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