Art History and Global Perspectives · Art History

Art as Social Commentary

Examining how artists use their work to speak out about issues in their communities.

Key Questions

  1. 1How can a public mural change the way people feel about their neighborhood?
  2. 2What message is this artist trying to send to the people in power?
  3. 3Can art be a tool for making the world a better or fairer place?

Common Core State Standards

NCAS: Responding VA.Re7.1.4NCAS: Connecting VA.Cn11.1.4
Grade: 4th Grade
Subject: Visual & Performing Arts
Unit: Art History and Global Perspectives
Period: Art History

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