Self-Portraits and Identity
Students create self-portraits using various drawing materials, exploring facial features and personal expression.
Key Questions
- Explain how artists use self-portraits to communicate identity.
- Analyze the challenges of drawing one's own face.
- Construct a self-portrait that expresses a specific emotion.
Common Core State Standards
Suggested Methodologies
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