Stories in Art · Art History and Narrative

Art from Long Ago

Exploring cave paintings and ancient symbols as early forms of communication.

Key Questions

  1. 1Why did people paint on walls thousands of years ago?
  2. 2How can we tell a story without using any letters or words?
  3. 3What materials did ancient artists use from the earth?

NCCA Curriculum Specifications

NCCA: Primary - Looking and RespondingNCCA: Primary - Awareness of Environment
Class/Year: 1st Year
Subject: Creative Explorations: Foundations of Visual Art
Unit: Stories in Art
Period: Art History and Narrative

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