Drawing inspiration from Yvonne Domenge’s
Sculpture Wind Waves, students are encouraged
to explore the endless possibilities within their
natural world. With a focus on winds and waves, students are introduced to the concept that Earths’ Natural Cycles are in constant flux, balancing and regulating its atmosphere. From this entry point, students are asked to contemplate how natures’ activities can inspire our man-made environment. This lesson provides connections to various cross-disciplinary curriculums.
In this lesson students are encouraged to
think about nostalgic artifacts and needed
possessions through an environmental lens.
In this lesson students are encouraged to explore
forms and structures of communication and learning.
The act of coming together and assembling people
to discuss business, social or other purposes occurs
frequently. These arrangements can range from the most formalist
of meetings, incorporating structured rules, to an exchange of ideas
over a cup of tea and biscuits. The circle formation and equanimity
of the figures is particularly prominent.
In this lesson students are encouraged to
think about taking the time to stop throughout
their daily routines and appreciate their gifts
and surroundings. The act of stopping breaks
the cycle of reaction and opens choices as an option.
What is the BIG IDEA about "The Stop"? [View Video]
In this lesson students are encouraged to explore
Jun Ren’s Water Series and his approach towards
humans evaluating nature. In this activity students
will develop a firsthand understanding of the Laws
of Gravity and gravity’s physical influence on actions and reactions.
Many believe that nature and life led by mankind
are interconnected. At times, a sustainable balance
between our eco-systems and human development
are in conflict and a sustainable balance can be
challenging to achieve. This piece challenges students to
consider how they can respect their natural environments and
foster equilibrium.
Censorship is all pervasive and all encompassing.
Censorship may be deliberately imposed or tainted
through media, economic, political, cultural, religious
or other forces, and thus denies voice and
understanding. Censorship is also a closure in listening; pre-formed
ideas that block information being received and a clear vision of
what is. Artists have always struggled to overcome censorship on
multiple levels, often by directing communication at the
emotional/feeling side of human experience.
What is the BIG IDEA about "A-Maze-ing Laughter"? [View Video]