Art and Storytelling: Narrative and Symbolism · Semester 2

Personal Narratives and Autobiography in Art

Exploring how artists use their personal experiences, memories, and identities to create autobiographical artworks.

Key Questions

  1. How do artists translate personal experiences and emotions into visual forms?
  2. Analyze how an artist's cultural background or personal history influences their artistic expression.
  3. Construct an artwork that tells a personal story or reflects an aspect of your own identity.

MOE Syllabus Outcomes

MOE: Expressive Qualities - S1MOE: Reflective Practice - S1
Level: Secondary 1
Subject: Art
Unit: Art and Storytelling: Narrative and Symbolism
Period: Semester 2

Suggested Methodologies

RAFT Writing

Creative writing from a specific Role, Audience, Format, Topic

25–45 min

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Gallery Walk

Create displays, rotate and critique

30–50 min

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Project-Based Learning

Extended projects with real-world deliverables

45–60 min

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