CH10.3
Analyze how the arts can express identity and culture, past and present.
Indicators for this outcome
(a) Discuss and investigate ways the arts can express personal and cultural identity (e.g., gender and sexual diversity, newcomer worldviews, pop culture associations).
(b) Examine the role of traditional and contemporary arts in expressing Indigenous cultural and individual identity, past and present (e.g., treaty education outcome SI10: Analyze the spirit and intent of treaties and investigate the extent to which they have been fulfilled).
(c) Communicate own understanding about relationships between arts, culture and identity (e.g., present to teacher or peers).
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R100387
Decorative Arts
This book provides an overview of furniture, decorations, clothing and housewares that people have created and used across time and place. It shows how culture, politics and place have affected creative processes and artwork throughout history and around the world. This resource also includes a glossary of key terms and a list of books and websites for further study.
Media and Formats : Book
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Record posted/updated: June 28, 2022
R033110
Frank Lloyd Wright. Force of Nature
This resource is a biography of American architect Frank Lloyd Wright, covering his personal and professional life, his innovative designs and his influence on architecture.
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
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Record posted/updated: June 28, 2022
R007899
Culturally Sensitive Art Education in a Global World: A Handbook for Teachers
This teacher resource outlines lessons, topics, and themes associated with harmonious and collaborative interactions through culturally sensitive art education practices. There are questions and activities in each chapter to provide further consideration and investigation.
Media and Formats : Book
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Record posted/updated: June 28, 2022
R015632
Life Drawing: A Sketch and Textbook
This book is a combination of an instructional book and a sketchbook that guides the user through processes of drawing. Each project is explained step-by-step and is designed to build proficiency, understanding and skill in the art of drawing.
Media and Formats : Book
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Record posted/updated: June 28, 2022
R015376
Dali
This resource introduces the influential and controversial work of artist, Salvador Dali. A brief description and image of his works are provided.
Media and Formats : Book
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Record posted/updated: June 28, 2022
R012453
Red Man Laughing
This resource is a podcast that provides interviews highlighting Indigenous culture and contemporary issues in terms of artistic expression.
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Price : Free
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Record posted/updated: June 27, 2022
R021273
The Art of Graffiti
This book explores the world of graffiti, highlighting the history and current context of the art form, with well written and detailed investigations into artists and their styles.
Media and Formats : Book
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Record posted/updated: June 28, 2022
R007701
Dawn Marie Marchand
In this DVD, Dawn Marie Marchand, a Cree and Métis artist, tells of her inspiration for making art. She also speaks of the mourning taking place in Canada regarding Truth and Reconciliation and she describes her pain while making objects.
Media and Formats : CD/DVD
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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
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Record posted/updated: June 28, 2022
R016052
The Art of Graphic Communication
This book explores the history of graphic design from ancient forms of public communication to its use in social media and virtual reality.
Media and Formats : Book
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Record posted/updated: June 28, 2022
R013439
Maker of Monsters: The Extraordinary Life of Beau Dick
This DVD is a film that explores the life of West Coast Indigenous carver, Beau Dick. We learn about the artist's creative process, his many influences including culture, history and activism, as well as the ways in which he is influencing the world by calling for environmental and cultural justice.
Media and Formats : CD/DVD
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Record posted/updated: June 28, 2022
R016046
16 Ways of Looking at a Photograph: Contemporary Theories
This book is a text that provides a history of photography, the physics of light and lenses, and the philosophy behind capturing and reading images.
Media and Formats : Book
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Record posted/updated: June 28, 2022