Lesson Plan for Year 11 - Art - Art Techniques (digital media, installation art)

### Year 11 Art Lesson Plan: Exploring Art Techniques (Digital Media and Installation Art) #### Lesson Title: Exploring Art Techniques: Digital Media and Installation Art #### Year Group: Year 11 #### Duration: Double period (2 x 50 minutes) #### Learning Objectives: - To understand the principles and applications of digital media in contemporary art. - To explore the concepts and execution of installation art. - To experiment with digital tools to create a simple digital artwork. - To conceptualise and plan a small-scale installation piece. #### Materials Needed: - Computers/tablets with digital art software (e.g., Adobe Photoshop, GIMP, Procreate) - Internet access for research purposes - Projector/Smartboard for presentations - Sketchbooks/Journals - Various materials for installation art (e.g., cardboard, fabric, found objects, adhesives) - Cameras or smartphones for documentation - A3 printing paper - Pens, pencils, markers, and other drawing materials #### Lesson Outline: **Warm-Up Activity (10 minutes):** - Begin with a brief discussion about the influence of digital media and installation art in contemporary art. - Show examples of digital artworks and installation pieces using a projector/Smartboard. - Ask students to share any digital art or installations they have encountered, either in real life or online. **Introduction to Digital Media (20 minutes):** - Introduce students to digital art, discussing its significance, techniques, and tools. - Demonstrate the basics of a selected digital art software (e.g., layers, brushes, and filters in Adobe Photoshop). - Explain key concepts such as composition, colour theory, and visual balance in the context of digital media. **Digital Media Activity (30 minutes):** - Allow students to create a simple digital artwork using the software. - Guide them through a basic project, such as creating a digital portrait or a piece inspired by a famous digital artist. - Encourage experimentation with different tools and techniques within the software. **Break (10 minutes)** **Introduction to Installation Art (20 minutes):** - Discuss the definition and essence of installation art, emphasizing its site-specific and immersive qualities. - Show examples of iconic installation pieces by artists like Yayoi Kusama, Olafur Eliasson, or Cornelia Parker. - Highlight the importance of concept development and the use of unconventional materials. **Planning an Installation (30 minutes):** - Ask students to brainstorm ideas for a small-scale installation piece that could be displayed in the classroom or school premises. - Provide sketchbooks/journals for students to draft their concepts, including materials lists and possible layouts. - Encourage collaboration and discussion among students to refine their ideas and get peer feedback. **Conclusion and Reflection (10 minutes):** - Allow students to share their digital artworks and installation concepts with the class. - Facilitate a group critique session where students can give and receive constructive feedback. - Summarise key points from the lesson and relate them to broader artistic practices and careers. **Homework:** - Ask students to write a short reflection (200-300 words) on what they learned about digital media and installation art, including any challenges they faced and how they overcame them. - Provide an optional extension activity: Students can further refine their digital artwork or continue developing their installation concept outside of class. #### Assessment: - Formative assessment through observation during activities and class discussions. - Summative assessment based on the completion and quality of the digital artwork and the conceptual development of the installation piece. - Peer and self-assessment during the critique session. #### Differentiation Strategies: - Provide tutorials or additional resources for students who may need extra help with digital art software. - Encourage more advanced students to add complexity to their digital artworks or installation plans. - Offer various types of materials and tools for the installation project to cater to different interests and skills. #### Teacher Reflection: - After the lesson, reflect on what worked well and what could be improved for future lessons. - Note any particular successes or challenges faced by students and consider adjustments to support learning.