Use the handout provided in the google classroom. Research the artists by watching the following videos. Create a web page that contains your research. Title your webpage "ARTISTS". Organize your information in a logical format, answering the sections from the handout. You can include images on your webpage design, if you wish.
NOTE: The following artists "push boundaries". They deal with mature subjects and controversial issues. They can use strong language to communicate their ideas. If you are uncomfortable watching any of the following videos, then STOP and don't watch them. There is enough information posted on this site, that you can answer the questions provided by not viewing everything below. You are also welcome to do your own research on the following people.
Ai WeiWei
Roadsworth (Peter Gibson)
Banksy
Plastic Jesus
NOTE: The following artists "push boundaries". They deal with mature subjects and controversial issues. They can use strong language to communicate their ideas. If you are uncomfortable watching any of the following videos, then STOP and don't watch them. There is enough information posted on this site, that you can answer the questions provided by not viewing everything below. You are also welcome to do your own research on the following people.
Ai WeiWei
- About Ai Wei Wei a summary of his work (5:54)
- Freedom & Alcatraz with Ai Wei Wei (6:24)
- http://www.bbc.com/news/world-35299069 (article; 2 min)
- Snake Ceiling at the Art Gallery of Ontario (1:13)
- Ai WeiWei was in Toronto's Gardiner Museum this past summer. A friend of mine was hired to help set up the exhibition! (0:37)
- EXTENSION
- Never Sorry Documentary (1:31:13)
Roadsworth (Peter Gibson)
- http://www.roadsworth.com/ (website; 5 mins)
- Crossing the Line Trailer = http://www.imdb.com/video/wab/vi3248357913 (6:44)
- Fragile-An installation by Roadsworth (2:05)
- EXTENSION
- Crossing the Line Video (1:13:00)
Banksy
- Banksy's Website = http://www.banksy.co.uk/
- Instagram = https://www.instagram.com/banksy/?hl=en
- Kiwi Couple Buys A Banksy for $60
- Shredding of Girl with Ballon
Plastic Jesus