SHS1 Art And Design Studio · Semester 1 Week 7: Material Classifications and Methods

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: 1.1.2.LI.3 - Discuss the basic methods for preparing and storing art media

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Explain at least three reasons why proper preparation and storage of art media are important for the quality and lifespan of artworks.
Describe the basic preparation methods for at least four categories of art media (clay, pigments/dyes, canvas/fabric, and carving materials).
Demonstrate correct storage practices for different art media, including labeling, wrapping, and environmental considerations.
Prepare a small batch of clay or pigment for studio use, following the correct steps.
Work collaboratively in mixed-ability groups to produce a pictorial chart showing preparation and storage methods for different art media categories.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Art and Design Theories and Application (Strand 1)
Sub-strand: Material Classifications and Methods (1.2)
Content standard: 1.1.2.CS.1 - 1.1.2.CS.1 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of art and design material classification and method. 1.1.2.LO.1 Examine art materials in the environment; their nature, method, and use. 1.1.2.LO.2 Investigate basic methods and techniques for creating 2-D and 3-D art and design works. 1.1.2.LO.3 Discuss the basic methods for preparing and storing art media.
Indicator: 1.1.2.LI.3 - Discuss the basic methods for preparing and storing art media
Suggested placement: Semester 1, Week 7 (Week 7 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Source document note: The official curriculum document has a fault in this entry, so the curriculum text above is transcribed exactly as printed:

sub strand name - printed in full capitals on this year's front page and in title case elsewhere; recased to match. Printed form: MATERIAL CLASSIFICATIONS AND METHODS
Curriculum reference: NaCCA curriculum document, p. 33

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Group Work /Collaborative Learning: In small groups, research and document basic methods for preparing and storing art media. Problem-Based Learning; Group Work/ Collaborative Learning: In groups of mixed- ability, categorise art and design media by their characteristics and discuss the basic methods used to prepare and store each of the categories. Project-Based Learning; Group Work /Collaborative Learning: In gender-balanced groups, generate a pictorial chart to show the basic methods used to prepare, store categorise art and design media by their characteristics .

Assessment (1.1.2.AS.3). The document marks these depth-of-knowledge levels for this indicator: Level 2 Skills of conceptual understanding; Level 3 Strategic reasoning; Level 4 Extended critical thinking and reasoning.

Teaching and Learning Materials: textbooks; web references; projector; computer; modelling; printmaking; carving; casting and assemblage tools; dyes; wax; plasticine; nylon chords; twine; fabrics; wire mesh; organdie; canvas; zinc plate; aluminium sheet; hand drills; copper wires; bolts and knots; rivets; eyelets; sand; plaster of Paris; white cement; cement fondu; clay; mahogany; ebony wood; osese; LCD screens; flip charts; TLMs on visual thinking; posters; flyers; buntings; paintings; sculpture; ceramics and pottery; graphics; textiles; jewellery; basketry; leather; drawings and illustrations