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 7–8
KEY CONCEPT ELABORATION
Contemporary Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists respond to their lived and learnt experiences and issues that are important to their culture and society today.
LEARNING GOAL
Students reflect on Aboriginal perspectives and communication in contemporary art by investigating diversity of symbolism, techniques and approaches.
KEY CONCEPT ELABORATION
Knowledge of traditional practices, land management and bush survival is passed down through cultural stories that are depicted in artworks.
LEARNING GOAL
Students will learn about colour schemes and terminology (primary, secondary, tertiary, tint, shade); understand how colour may be used to represent place and convey mood, either intentionally or otherwise.
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 identify specific features, especially symbols that communicate and map knowledge and story about family connections and history.
