Mixed Media Storytelling Techniques
Combining traditional drawing with found objects to create three-dimensional narratives.
Key Questions
- How does the texture of a material change the message of the artwork?
- What happens to the meaning of a found object when it is placed in a new context?
- How can layering different media represent complex personal identities?
Common Core State Standards
Suggested Methodologies
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