Develop a design for an arpillera
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can design an arpillera based on a story of conflict
Key learning points
- Arpilleras are typically stitched or appliquéd textile scenes that have been used to depict conflict.
- Arpilleras have been used as activist art which gives a voice to people who might not otherwise be heard.
- Arpillera design might include materials and processes such as stitch, synthetic felt, needle felting and hessian.
Keywords
Arpillera - stitched or appliquéd textile scenes originating from Latin America
Activist art - art that tries to make a change
Design - when you plan and create something new
Common misconception
Arpilleras generally avoid themes related to daily life or social issues.
Remind children that arpilleras are typically appliquéd textile scenes, showing everyday life, rural culture, or times of conflict. Arpilleras are sometimes used as activist art, especially in the context of human rights or social justice.
Teacher tip
To enable children to trace their designs later on, encourage pupils to make their designs the size of their final arpillera. Children may also need access to images related to scenes of conflict.
Equipment
sketchbooks, pencils, colouring pencils
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.While stitches can simply be used to join textiles, they can also be ...
Q2.What is the primary focus of artists responding to conflict?
Q3.A is a serious disagreement or fight between people, groups, or countries.
Q4.A is a picture, object, or sign that stands for or represents an idea, feeling, or message.
Q5.Which of the following is a symbol of remembrance in Japan?
Q6.The act of remembering and showing respect for people who have died in wars is known as __________.
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What is an arpillera?
Q2.Activist art is art that tries to make a ...
Q3.Match the keywords to its definition:
Art that advocates for social change
A textile scene often depicting conflict
A technique of decorating fabric
Q4.What motivated the Arpilleristas of Chile to create their artwork?
Q5.What materials are commonly used to create an arpillera?
Q6.An arpillera can tell a story about and conflict.
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