Pop Art: Everyday Objects as Art
Students will examine Pop Art, understanding how artists used popular culture and everyday objects as subject matter.
Key Questions
- How did Pop Art challenge the idea of what 'counts' as art?
- Analyze how artists used familiar images from advertising or comics in their work.
- Compare the messages conveyed by Pop Art with those of earlier art movements.
Common Core State Standards
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