Thinking Studio · SHS2 Art And Design Studio

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: 2.2.1.LI.1 - Analyse antique artworks made in single materials and propose new ways of making such works as mixed media representations.

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Identify at least three antique Ghanaian artworks created in single materials and describe the original material and method used in each.
Analyse the visual, functional and cultural qualities of a selected antique artwork, stating at least two reasons why a reinvention in mixed media would be valuable.
Propose a concrete mixed media reinvention of an antique artwork, specifying which new materials would combine with (or replace) the original single material and why.
Present a reinvention proposal orally to the class, explaining the material choices, the anticipated challenges and the intended effect of the mixed media approach.
Reflect on a peer’s reinvention proposal and offer one constructive suggestion for improving it, using respectful and supportive language.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Creative Methodologies (Strand 2)
Sub-strand: Thinking Studio (2.1)
Content standard: 2.2.1.CS.1 - 2.2.1.CS.1 Demonstrate the knowledge and understanding of mixed media ideations in the studio as a proposition for 21st Century interventions for antique cultural products and product design. 2.2.1.LO.1 Use mixed media ideations as studio interventions for 21st century antique cultural products.
Indicator: 2.2.1.LI.1 - Analyse antique artworks made in single materials and propose new ways of making such works as mixed media representations.
Suggested placement: Semester 1, Week 12 (Week 12 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:

indicator text - p.71: the learning-indicator code is printed "2.3.1.LI.1"; filed as 2.2.1.LI.1, the code its own content standard 2.2.1.CS.1 and the printed sub-strand require
exemplars - p.71: the assessment code is printed "2.3.1.AS.1"; filed as 2.2.1.AS.1, beside 2.2.1.LI.1
sub strand name - printed in full capitals on this year's front page and in title case elsewhere; recased to match. Printed form: THINKING STUDIO
Curriculum reference: NaCCA curriculum document, p. 71

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Problem-Based Learning; Group Work/ Collaborative Learning: In mixed-ability groups let learners through brainstorming using relevant resources to identify antique artworks that deserve review and reinvention.
Group Work/ Collaborative Learning/Managing talk for learning: In a small convenience group, analyse possible ways of reinventing selected art and design works and share them with the class.
Project-Based Learning; Group Work/ Collaborative Learning: In small groups, generate a manual and digitally annotated photo manual showing possible ways of reinventing and mimicry of selected art or design works.

Assessment (2.2.1.AS.1). The document marks these depth-of-knowledge levels for this indicator: Level 3 Strategic reasoning; Level 4 Extended critical thinking and reasoning.

Teaching and Learning Materials: textbooks; studio manuals; equipment maintenance manuals; videos; exhibition catalogues; journals; magazines; web references; audio-visual resources; projector; antique artworks; camera; modelling; printmaking; carving; casting and tools for assemblage; 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; wood,; flip charts; TLMs on studio thinking and materials and methods; posters; flyers; buntings; paintings; drawings and illustrations