Curating an exhibition
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Why this why now
At this final stage of the course, the focus is on celebrating pupils' work and achievements. Pupils will select their best pieces and learn how to present them for exhibition. They will connect their work with the practices of artists preparing for exhibitions, giving them real-life experience in showcasing their art.
Prior knowledge requirements
- Understanding of visual language.
- Experience of viewing artwork in a variety of contexts.
- Ability to discuss artwork identifying artistic intentions.
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Why this why now
At this final stage of the course, the focus is on celebrating pupils' work and achievements. Pupils will select their best pieces and learn how to present them for exhibition. They will connect their work with the practices of artists preparing for exhibitions, giving them real-life experience in showcasing their art.
Prior knowledge requirements
- Understanding of visual language.
- Experience of viewing artwork in a variety of contexts.
- Ability to discuss artwork identifying artistic intentions.
Curating an exhibition
This teacher-led unit concludes the course with a physical or virtual exhibition. Pupils, having been introduced to curating, will select work based on quality and criteria, explore presentation, and mount and frame their pieces.
8 lessons in unit
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