Visual Narratives and Social Commentary · Contemporary Art and Theory

The Power of the Image

Analyzing how visual elements and principles are manipulated to convey specific political or social messages.

Key Questions

  1. 1How do artists use visual metaphors to challenge the viewer's perspective?
  2. 2What choices did this artist make to prioritize message over aesthetic beauty?
  3. 3How does the historical context of an image change its meaning for a modern audience?

ACARA Content Descriptions

AC9AVA10R01AC9AVA10C01
Year: Year 10
Subject: The Arts
Unit: Visual Narratives and Social Commentary
Period: Contemporary Art and Theory

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