David Goodsell
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Students will study the scientific illustrations of David Goodsell and research specific vaccines or viruses, reinventing how they look in painted form. They will create a watercolor painting that influences ideas and feelings toward vaccines and viruses.
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Students will research the structure and functions of vaccines and viruses.
Students will explore the ways biology and scientific illustration intersect in the art of David Goodsell.
Students will observe the aesthetic properties of vaccines and viruses through published microscopic images.
Teaching Strategies
- Identify prominent vaccines and viruses.
- Introduce the scientific illustrations of David Goodsell, discussing the way his art relates to his work as a biologist.
- Analyze and discuss the aesthetic properties of viruses and vaccines from microscopic images.
- Demonstrate the properties and application of watercolor.
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Create
Through experimentation, practice, and persistence, demonstrate acquisition of skills and knowledge in a chosen art form.
VA:Cr2.1.IIaTime Requirements
Teacher Prep Time
20 minutes
Demonstration Time
20 minutes
Student Studio Time
3 hours and 20 minutes
Supplies and Materials
- Watercolor paper
- Watercolor
- Water cup
- Paintbrushes
- Markers or ink pens
- Internet access
- Optional: salt, plastic wrap, rubbing alcohol
National Standards
Create
Through experimentation, practice, and persistence, demonstrate acquisition of skills and knowledge in a chosen art form.
VA:Cr2.1.IIa
Steps
Research & Analyze
Research the structure and functions of vaccines and viruses.
Analyze the scientific illustrations of David Goodsell.
Consider the way his career as a biologist relates to his artwork and how his artwork influences the ideas, feelings, and behaviors of his audience.
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