We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land on which the Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art stands and recognise the creative contribution First Australians make to the art and culture of this country.
Years 3–4
KEY CONCEPT ELABORATION
Aboriginal art communicates knowledge, cultural and spiritual beliefs to younger generations. Through family connections, artists become custodians of regional stories and events and are responsible for passing these stories on.
LEARNING GOAL
Students will understand how Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists’ works are connected to their family and place, and create a personal artwork that demonstrates connection with their family and a significant place.
KEY CONCEPT ELABORATION
Traditional Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art forms, styles and techniques are reinvented with contemporary media and found materials to connect past and present.
LEARNING GOAL
Students will understand the significance of art forms as symbols that acknowledge traditional owners and connect past and present.
KEY CONCEPT ELABORATION
Styles, form and content of Australian Aboriginal art vary by region and local culture.
LEARNING GOAL
Students will explore how Japanese artists and Australian Aboriginal artists use cultural and regional styles and language that reflect where and how they live and what is important to them.
