Beastman Mural

Unit Objective:

To create a painted mini mural that combines the ideas of Maori traditional art froms with

contemporary graffiti art.

Learning Intentions:

In this unit of work you will learn to -

• Research and draw information and ideas from traditional Maori art and contemporary graffiti art

• Generate, develop and resolve ideas for a mural design

• Use a variety of art media to create a finished painted mural

• Work both independently and collaboratively in the development and sharing of ideas and art making processes

• Develop skills in the fields of drawing, painting and design.

Assessment

In this unit of work this is how you will be assessed

Summary of Tasks

• • Research designs and the meanings of taniwha art forms

  • Draw a selection of taniwha forms in wet and dry media

  • Research information about the art works of Australian graffiti artist Beastman

  • Create four concepts combining ideas from taniwha and Beastman

  • Develop and refine to create a final design

  • Select a design from a group of 3 - 4 students and create a painted mini mural.

Video Link:

Graffiti artist Beastman talks about his work