Visual Art 10, 20, 30
CH10.3
Research and share findings about opportunities to continue lifelong engagement and learning in visual art.
Indicators for this outcome
| (a) | Conduct an inquiry into art making practices and traditions in First Nations communities in Saskatchewan. |
| (b) | Investigate the role of the arts in sustaining and teaching cultural heritage in Métis communities. |
| (c) | Engage with artists to explore creative processes and discover opportunities for ongoing participation in visual art. |
| (d) | Examine how visual art, and the other arts, contribute to social wellbeing in communities. |
| (e) | Generate a list of opportunities for accessing and engaging in visual art activities and related careers during and after high school. |
| (f) | Demonstrate awareness of arts community organizations and potential careers in visual art related fields (e.g., photographer, animator, curator, graphic designer, architect, illustrator). |
| (g) | Consider entering art shows in the community, collaborating with other schools, visiting galleries and reflect on what has been learned. |
| (h) | Research artist collectives, alternative gallery environments, artist-run centers, or studentrun art pop-up center, and consider opportunities for lifelong engagement and learning. |
| (i) | Seek out opportunities to contribute to an art project or exhibition in school and/or community (e.g., senior citizens’ home exhibition). |
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R007752
Clay. Contemporary Ceramic Artisans
This resource provides a look into the lives of ceramic artists from around the world. The author provides insight into the inspiration, training, and careers of over 50 artists. It provides students, art teachers, and art lovers a chance to view a broad spectrum of the craft in a contemporary world.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$42.76
Record posted/updated:
June 2, 2021
R008407
Headdress
JJ Neepin, an Indigenous filmmaker, decides to recreate a portrait of her great-grandfather wearing his headdress to spark discussion on the weight and meaning of leadership, tradition and cultural appropriation.
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Video
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
February 17, 2022
R006900
Discovering Drawing(3rd ed.)
This book is written by an American artist and educator as an instructional guide for beginning artists. With each chapter, concepts and skills for the beginner artist are presented and progress in difficulty. Art vocabulary, art elements and principles of design are covered in each chapter as skills are built. Each chapter includes a number of practice ideas and a more involved drawing prompt to explore the concepts. The chapters each explore an artist, some of whom are Canadian and Indigenous, their works, and varying career paths. The author also includes an assessment rubric for educators.
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Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$69.95 USD
Record posted/updated:
June 2, 2021
R012321
That's Art?! Series
This series profiles the artists behind some of the art we see everyday - tattoos, graffiti, book covers and movie posters. Artists who use unusual mediums, such as LEGO and food, are also featured.
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Media and Formats :
Video
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
February 18, 2022
R048962
Drawing and Painting
This book provides an overview of visual art created through painting and drawing across cultures, places, and time periods. This resource also includes a glossary of key terms and a list of books and websites for further study.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
See publisher.
Record posted/updated:
June 28, 2022
R014803
Itee Pootoogook. Hymns to the Silence = Aiti Putuguq. Nipiqannggittumut pisiit
This book is about Inuit artist, Itee Pootoogook, who produces highly detailed drawings of his hometown and surrounding landscape. His pencil work is masterful and his use of colour is inspiring. This resource provides examples of Inuit art that juxtapose traditional and contemporary life.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
See publisher.
Record posted/updated:
June 28, 2022
R010055
Beau Dick. Revolutionary Spirit
The life, work and legacy of Kwakwaka'wakw artist and activist Beau Dick are explored in this book, with works drawn from an exhibition of the same name. Included are photos of Beau Dick's masks, paintings and carvings.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
$40.00
Record posted/updated:
August 12, 2020
R021832
The Art of Comics
This book provides a history of the creation of comics. It explores stylistic changes, influential artists and how graphic novels have pushed the boundaries of this form of art.
Media and Formats :
Book
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Record posted/updated:
June 28, 2022
R022132
The Art of Anime and Manga
This book offers an overview of the history and influence of anime and manga art forms and artists.
Media and Formats :
Book
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Record posted/updated:
June 28, 2022
R008444
Postmodern Artists: Creators of a Cultural Movement
This book guides the reader through the challenging topic of defining and explaining Postmodernism. It includes art examples, artist explorations, brief biographies and thematic discussions.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
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Record posted/updated:
June 28, 2022
R048131
The Visual Experience(4th ed.)
This textbook provides supports to teach and learn about Visual Art. The chapters include: What Is Art?; Engaging with Art; The Evolving Elements of Art and Principles of Design; The Power of Line, Shape, and Form; Sharing Ideas through Value, Color, Space, and Texture; Exploring Sound and Time; Principles of Design; Drawing, Painting, and Printmaking; Media Arts; Sculpture and Other Three-Dimensional Art; and Stretching Boundaries.
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The Visual Experience. Teacher Edition
Media and Formats :
Book
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Record posted/updated:
June 28, 2022
R008460
The Great Surrealists: Dreamers and Artists
This book is an introduction to Surrealism. It includes a history of the style, the artists that made it famous and the principles of incorporating social change to convey messages through art.
Media and Formats :
Book
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Record posted/updated:
June 28, 2022
R024410
A Big Important Art Book (Now With Women): Profiles of Unstoppable Female Artists--and Projects to Help You Become One
This book provides a contemporary look at influential female artists from across the world. It provides history, stories and inspiration to guide one’s own creativity.
Media and Formats :
Book
Price :
See publisher.
Record posted/updated:
June 28, 2022