Media and Techniques · JHS3 Creative Arts And…

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B9.2.1.1.4 - Experiment by using techniques in construction using available media to create own ideas and make visual artworks

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Identify and name at least four construction techniques (stitching, gluing, stapling, tying, weaving) by observing and discussing real artworks and images from local and international artists such as El Anatsui and Ibrahim Mahama.
Select suitable found objects from the school environment and explain why each object is appropriate for their intended artwork.
Design and produce an original construction artwork that combines at least two different joining techniques and expresses a personal idea or theme.
Use art-specific vocabulary (form, line, texture, colour, shape) to describe and critique their own work and the work of peers during a class display and reflection session.
Complete the construction project within the allocated lesson time and present it neatly in the class display area for appreciation and evaluation.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Creative Arts (Strand 2)
Sub-strand: Media and Techniques (2.1)
Content standard: B9.2.1.1 - Visual Arts: Demonstrate understanding and apply media and techniques in casting, assemblage and folding
Indicator: B9.2.1.1.4 - Experiment by using techniques in construction using available media to create own ideas and make visual artworks
Suggested placement: Term 2, Week 1 (Week 13 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.
Curriculum reference: Creative Arts and Design, Common Core Programme (JHS1-JHS3), 2023, p. 77
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

1. Identify variety of techniques in construction by observing and interacting with artworks made using construction technique (realia, OERs and other internet sources). Suggested examples of Local artists: K. Z. Adzraku, Margaret Asabea Anakwa Suggested examples of National artists: P .M. Amonoo Some suggested examples of International (Diaspora) artists: El Anatsui, Ibrahim Mahama
2. Design and produce an art work applying some of the techniques identified in B9. 2.1.1.4 Exemplar 1 Types of objects used: found objects in the environment How objects were joined: stitching, gluing, stapling etc.,
3. Display constructed artworks for appreciation, reflection and use peer- and self-evaluation to review work. Examples of art specific language vocabulary: form, line, texture, colour, texture, shape.