Visiting Artist: Alejandro Aguilera / Gallery Walk

Monday, Sep 25, 2023, from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm / Classroom A213

Standard: VAHSAH.CR.1 Create works of art that reinforce understanding of the visual and/or contextual aspects of specific art historical eras, Contemporary Art.

Create your own avatar:

⧫Think of creating a being or creature who is an impersonation of yourself or who is the embodiment of an absolute fictional character.

⧫Imagine your avatar immersed in a community which functions or operates in unison with Nature --a futuristic one?

⧫Envision your avatar's role there: is it a child, a youngster, or an adult; is it a healer; a protector or defender; a teacher or sage; is it a a magician, a builder, a farmer, a potter, a singer, a poet or musician; is it a pilot or a driver… What is your avatar’s role in this imaginary world? 

⧫Visualize what are your avatar’s dreams and aspirations?

AVATAR definition:  Released soul or spirit in bodily form on earth.

Medium: Color markers on poster boards.

Exhibition: Your piece will be integrated into a mosaic mural and will be displayed in the hall. 

Print out a paper copy of your artist statement including your video QR code.

This task is an Oral Communication grade (video defending your work), a Writing Communication grade (written artist statement including intention, meaning, and function of your work of art) and Knowledge and Thinking grade (your drawing) in IC.

flyer :

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YqgPsyjbt40YKwQzPtF4Uf6QJuYQ7Ponl3iNS0QmOhc/edit?usp=sharing 

JM Basquiat-inspired piece 

Below is a breakdown of how to structure the flyer for your Basquiat-inspired original work of art, ensuring it covers all necessary elements in an organized and visually appealing manner.

Flyer Structure for Basquiat'inspired work of art:

Place the title prominently at the top of the flyer to immediately catch the viewer's attention. List the name of the artist directly below the title to acknowledge their contributions. Include the date of the artwork to provide context and temporal relevance.

Start with a brief overview of the project to give viewers a quick introduction to the purpose and nature of original work of art.

•  Describe what inspired the creation of this art piece.

•  Explain the purpose behind the art piece and what the artist intend to communicate or achieve.

•  Detail the creative and physical process involved in creating this work of art, from conceptualization to execution.

•  Clarify the significance or message of the work of art, helping viewers to understand its deeper context or implications.

•  Include a high-quality photo of the completed work of art to give viewers a visual understanding of the piece.

•  Add a photo of the artist involved, which helps personalize the artwork and connect viewers with its creators.

Integrate a QR code linked to a video presentation of the artwork. This should be positioned in a way that is easy to scan without distracting from the main text and images.

Ensure all elements are aligned properly and there is a balance between text and images to avoid clutter. Use a color scheme and font style that enhance readability and aesthetic appeal, reflecting the theme and tone of the artwork. Make sure all text is easy to read against the background, with sufficient contrast and font size.

This flyer should serve as both an informative and promotional tool, inviting viewers to engage more deeply with the work of art through both visual appeal and informative content.

Post evidence of the completed flyer here.

Post this work in your STEAM Portfolio for a separate grade.

Can do statement: Based on my understanding of Jean Michel Basquiat's the like and work, I can select one of his works of art that resonates with me the most and create an original work of art of mu own inspired by it.

Poster link

video presentation link  

Rubric