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First Nations Changemakers (Stage 2, Stage 3)
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Through the lens of the Visual Arts curriculum, students will explore portraits of and by First Nations people in the National Portrait Collection.
IMAGE: Marcia Langton, 2009 by Brook Andrew and Trent Walker (printer) © Brook Andrew #NPGDART
ACTIVITY OUTLINE:
First Nations | Year 3 – 6
This program identifies significant events and ideas in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, through key individuals who have shaped the political and cultural developments involved.
Key curriculum links:
- Explore ideas and artworks from different cultures and times, including artwork by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists, to use as inspiration for their own representations [ACAVAM110]
- Explore ideas and practices used by artists, including practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists, to represent different views, beliefs and opinions [ACAVAM114]
- Explain how visual arts conventions communicate meaning by comparing artworks from different social, cultural and historical contexts, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artworks [ACAVAR117]
Please ensure each student has access to paper and pencils for the drawing activity.
IS THIS A FREE EVENT? Yes
BROUGHT TO YOU BY: National Portrait Gallery
Event Details
Date & Time
07-Mar-2024 02:00PM + Google Calendar + iCal Export
Event Type
Live Event - Scheduled
Delivery Platform
Duration
Price
FREE
Curriculum
Primary
Main KLA, Strand, Sub Strand
Aboriginal Culture and History
Other KLAs
Creative Arts » Visual Arts » Appreciating (Visual Arts)
Creative Arts » Visual Arts » Making (Visual Arts)
Will This Event Be Recorded?
No - This will only be available at the designated date & time (07-Mar-2024 02:00PM).
Joining The Event
Technology and Materials Requirements
Students require some sheets of paper and a pencil/crayon/texta to draw with.
This virtual learning program will be delivered via Zoom. Upon booking, you will be sent a link to follow.
To facilitate the best possible experience we require a teacher to rename the Zoom connection to appropriately reflect those behind the camera. Your school name, student level/s and student numbers is preferred eg. Nolan PS – Year 5 – 30
We prefer you have your cameras turned on as it assists to aid participant interaction with our shared community.