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Introducing the ‘Picasso & his collection’ education resource |
This online teacher resource discusses the major themes and artists which are presented in the exhibition, and provides an introduction to some aspects of modern art. The resource is suitable for early year teachers, and primary and secondary teachers.
The following features have been included to assist teachers understand the exhibition themes, self-guide their students through the exhibition and provide follow-up experiences in the classroom.
Exhibition notes: Information to help teachers self-guide their group and assist students to complete the in-Gallery worksheets. The notes include key questions for teachers to ask students as they self-guide their school groups through the exhibition.
Worksheets: Designed for students to complete in the Gallery; including a floorplan to direct students and teachers through the exhibition space. Four worksheets are available:
• early years
• primary
• secondary
• senior
Curriculum information: Key subject areas relating to the early years, years 1 to 10, and senior curriculum subject areas.
Slide show: A Slide show presentation of works examined in the exhibition notes for use in the classroom.
Artist biographies: Links to profiles of artists featured in the exhibition.
Webography: For further investigation of artists and art movements relevant to the exhibition.
For the classroom: Discussion questions, ideas and activities to explore in the classroom; useful for pre- or post-visit preparation.
School bookings information: Including admission fees and booking procedures.
Didactics: A copy of the room labels and didactics displayed throughout the exhibition.
Chronology: The chronology of Picasso’s life from the Picasso & his collection publication.
To enhance your experience of the exhibition, we encourage you to use this resource with your students before and after visiting the Gallery.
For further information about the exhibition, you might like to purchase the Picasso & his collectioncatalogue, which is available for sale from the Gallery Store and online from www.australianartbooks.com.au.
© Queensland Art Gallery 2008
Prepared by Access, Education and Regional Services, Queensland Art Gallery / Gallery of Modern Art
