Indigenous Art Lesson: Pointillism & 7 Grandfather Teachings. Explore Technique & Teachings, Create Artwork. Grade 7-8. Ontario Arts Curriculum.

Title: Indigenous Art Lesson: Pointillism and the 7 Grandfather Teachings

Slide 1: Introduction

• Welcome to the Indigenous Art Lesson: Pointillism and the 7 Grandfather Teachings
• Grade 7 and 8 Art Students
• Ontario Arts Curriculum

Slide 2: Objectives

• Understand the concept of pointillism in Indigenous art
• Explore the significance of the 7 Grandfather Teachings in Indigenous culture
• Create an artwork combining pointillism and the 7 Grandfather Teachings

Slide 3: What is Pointillism?

• Pointillism is a painting technique that uses small dots of color to create an image
• Originated from Indigenous cultures, including the Aboriginal Dot Painting from Australia

Slide 4: Examples of Indigenous Pointillism Art

• Display images of Indigenous artworks that use pointillism technique
• Explain the cultural significance and stories behind the artworks

Slide 5: The 7 Grandfather Teachings

• Introduce the 7 Grandfather Teachings: Love, Respect, Courage, Honesty, Wisdom, Humility, and Truth
• Explain the importance of these teachings in Indigenous culture

Slide 6: Connecting Pointillism and the 7 Grandfather Teachings

• Discuss how pointillism can be used to represent the 7 Grandfather Teachings
• Each dot represents an individual's actions and how they contribute to the teachings

Slide 7: Activity Instructions

• Provide step-by-step instructions for the art activity

1. Choose one of the 7 Grandfather Teachings as inspiration
2. Create a pointillism artwork using dots to represent the chosen teaching
3. Reflect on the connection between the artwork and the teaching

Slide 8: Materials Needed

• List the materials required for the activity
• Canvas or paper
• Paints or markers
• Brushes or cotton swabs
• Pencil and eraser
• Optional: Indigenous symbols or patterns for inspiration

Slide 9: Tips and Techniques

• Share tips and techniques for creating a successful pointillism artwork
• Start with a light sketch before applying dots
• Experiment with different sizes and colors of dots
• Vary the density of dots to create depth and texture

Slide 10: Showcase and Reflection

• Provide a space to showcase students' completed artworks
• Encourage students to reflect on their artwork and the chosen Grandfather Teaching

Slide 11: Conclusion

• Recap the main points covered in the lesson
• Emphasize the importance of Indigenous art and culture in the Ontario Arts Curriculum

Slide 12: Additional Resources

• Provide links or references to further explore Indigenous art and culture
• Suggest books, websites, or local Indigenous art galleries

Slide 13: Questions and Discussion

• Open the floor for questions and discussion
• Encourage students to share their thoughts and experiences

Slide 14: Thank You

• Thank the students for their participation and engagement
• Provide contact information for further inquiries or assistance

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