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African American Art Exploration

Lesson Plan

African American Art Exploration

Explore African American art history

In this lesson, students will explore the rich history of African American art, learning about influential artists and their contributions. They will create their own art pieces inspired by the styles studied, fostering creativity and appreciation for cultural diversity. This lesson is important as it helps students understand the impact of African American artists and encourages them to express themselves through art.

Audience

Achievers (ages 9-10)

Time

45 mins

Approach

Explore African American art history

Materials

Paper, Colored pencils, Markers, Discussion Questions, and Art Creation Worksheet

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

  • Briefly introduce the topic of African American art.
  • Explain the importance of art in expressing cultural identity and history.
  • Share a few examples of African American art pieces.

Step 2

Artist Exploration

10 mins

  • Discuss influential African American artists such as Jacob Lawrence, Faith Ringgold, and Jean-Michel Basquiat.
  • Show images of their work and discuss the themes and styles.
  • Encourage students to share their thoughts on the art pieces.

Step 3

Art Creation Activity

20 mins

  • Provide students with paper, colored pencils, and markers.
  • Instruct them to create their own art piece inspired by the styles of the artists discussed.
  • Encourage creativity and personal expression.

Step 4

Reflection and Sharing

10 mins

  • Have students share their art pieces with the class.
  • Facilitate a discussion on what they learned about African American art and how it influenced their creations.
  • Encourage students to reflect on the importance of art in cultural expression.
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Discussion

Discussion Questions

A set of questions to guide a discussion on African American art and its impact.

What themes do you notice in the art pieces we discussed?

Encourage students to think about common themes such as identity, struggle, and celebration.







How do you think art can express cultural identity?

Guide students to consider how colors, symbols, and styles can represent cultural stories.







Which artist's style did you find most interesting and why?

Prompt students to reflect on their personal preferences and what resonates with them.







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Worksheet

Art Creation Worksheet

A worksheet to guide students in creating their own art inspired by African American artists.

Choose an artist we discussed and describe their style.








What elements from their style will you incorporate into your art piece?








Sketch your art piece idea before starting your final version.








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