Wearable Arts Inspired by Mount Tarawera

Wearable Arts Inspired by Mount Tarawera

Year 7-8 Visual Arts Journey to Mount Tarawera Unit Lesson 1: Introduction to Wearable Arts

What is Wearable Art?

Think about the clothes you wear When does clothing become art? Can you think of any examples?

Wearable Arts Around the World

Clothing that tells stories and expresses ideas Combines fashion with sculpture and performance Found in many cultures throughout history From traditional ceremonial dress to modern artistic creations

New Zealand Wearable Arts Tradition

Māori korowai and kahu (traditional cloaks) Feathers, flax, and natural materials Symbols of mana and cultural identity Modern NZ wearable art continues this tradition

The Story of Mount Tarawera

Brainstorm: Mount Tarawera Inspiration

Work in groups of 4 What colours, shapes, and textures come to mind? Think about the story - what emotions does it evoke? Sketch quick ideas on your large paper

From Story to Wearable Art

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Your Wearable Art Journey Begins

Today we explored wearable arts and Mount Tarawera's story Next lesson: We'll start exploring materials and techniques In your journal: Record one idea for your own wearable art piece Think about what story you want to tell