Colour and Movement (Task 1)

MYP 1 - Task 1 Investigating

Students will investigate an art movement, focusing on colour theory (element of art), movement (principle of design), and think about expression. The statement of inquiry is open to any relevant artist/art movement.

Tip: For MYP1 students, especially at the start of the year, it can help to provide a few art movements to choose from. A slideshow introducing 2–3 movements can present the big concepts, after which students can explore the inquiry independently, based on their interests and needs.

Inquiry- Establishing the purpose of the unit

Key Concept - Aesthetics

Related Concept - Genre, Expression

Global Context - Personal and Cultural Expression. Focus: Artistry, craft, creation, beauty

Statement of Inquiry: Understanding colour and movement helps us understand art.

Inquiry Questions

Factual - What is aesthetics? How do we describe art? What is genre? What techniques do artists use to express movement? Why do artists use colour theory?

Conceptual - Observing the elements of art helps us understand the artist's ideas and intentions.

Debatable - Colour and Movement can have a deeper meaning in an artwork than in a photograph.

TASK 1:

JOURNAL RESEARCH ASSIGNMENT

Example Guide on

'How to Start Researching an Artist' for MYP1

Self-management ATL connect -Plan short- and long-term assignments; meet deadlines

Example Resources

Example Rubric for this Task