Street art: power to the people
I can create a street art design that represents my aspirations and explain how street art has been used to address exclusion
- Year 9
Street art: power to the people
I can create a street art design that represents my aspirations and explain how street art has been used to address exclusion
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Street art can bring attention to important social issues such as social justice, inequality, and the environment.
- Street art draws on diverse cultural influences, fostering appreciation for various traditions and backgrounds.
- When communities engage in street art projects, it can create a sense of ownership and pride in local spaces.
Keywords
Aspiration - a strong hope or desire to achieve something great in the future. It’s like a dream or goal you want to work towards
Representation - how various groups, cultures, or issues are visually portrayed in art to reflect their experiences and viewpoints
Street art - art in public spaces, including commissioned works such as murals and non-permitted works such as graffiti
Common misconception
Street art is primarily an illegal activity or act of vandalism.
Street art is a legitimate and powerful form of artistic expression that addresses important social issues.
Equipment
Paper, drawing materials, colour pencils or pens. Optional: photography & photo editing software.
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Which statement most accurately defines the term "aspiration"?
Q2.What does the term "representation" mean in art?
Q3.What is the correct term for 'writing or images that have been sprayed, stencilled, painted, scratched or drawn illicitly onto or within a public place'?
Q4.What is the most accurate definition of 'street art'?
Q5.Which of these is least likely to be a form of street art?
Q6.Complete the sentence: Street art can reach a audience due to being in a public space.
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match these keywords with the correct definitions.
