Iconic images from art movements
I can create a subverted interpretation of an iconic image.
Iconic images from art movements
I can create a subverted interpretation of an iconic image.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- When an image is iconic it represents a particular idea or thing and can be easily and quickly recognised.
- Iconic images in art often come from art movements in Western art history, often due to the innovative techniques used.
- Iconic images from Western art can mean that our diverse world is often not reflected.
- Contemporary artists are addressing this imbalance by increasing the visibility of marginalised groups.
Keywords
Iconic - something that is widely recognised and represents a particular idea or thing, often because it is very famous or significant
Subvert - to challenge or undermine recognised systems, norms or authorities
Common misconception
Iconic images come from across all areas of art history.
Iconic images mainly come from Western art history which can mean that the diversity of our world is often not reflected.
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Equipment
Fineliners, variety of paper for collage, coloured pencils, lollipop sticks and plasticine.
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