Artists Through Time · Art History

Modern Masters

Looking at contemporary artists who use unusual materials like plastic or digital screens.

Key Questions

  1. 1Can anything be art if an artist chooses it?
  2. 2How is modern art different from art made a long time ago?
  3. 3What is your favorite piece we looked at today and why?

National Curriculum Attainment Targets

KS1: Art and Design - Knowledge of Artists and Designers
Year: Year 1
Subject: Art and Design
Unit: Artists Through Time
Period: Art History

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