Body Shapes and Stillness
Experimenting with creating different body shapes (curved, angular, symmetrical) and holding still to create frozen moments.
Key Questions
- Design a body shape that looks strong or weak.
- Explain how holding a still pose can communicate an idea.
- Compare how a curved shape feels different from an angular shape.
Ontario Curriculum Expectations
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