1. Bringing Artists to Life Photo Story Biographies

2. Purpose Learn about artists from around the world and throughout history Research Internet and print material sources Create a digital story using Photo Story 3 Use various multi media tools and resources to tell artist’s story Create informative and entertaining presentation Answer question “What did the artist contribute to the world of art?”

3. Why? Receiving facts vs. becoming experts Make connections to artists, not just signature on canvas Discover personal touches that made them human. First person stance- feel ownership of information Music, voice, photos, cartoon- Create emotional connection More relatable to students

4. Procedures Research artist- Internet and print materials Choose major life events, contributions Write script of story Create storyboard Choose images from Web, take photos, illustrate cartoons Record script in artist’s “voice” Select and incorporate appropriate music

5. Wisconsin State Standards Visual Art and Design A.8.5 Demonstrate ways in which art is one of the greatest achievements of human beings B.8.1 Explore how artists and cultures throughout history have used art to communicate ideas and to develop functions, structures, and designs C.8.5 Use thumbnail sketches to experiment and start developing visual ideas E.8.2 Communicate complex ideas by producing design art forms, such as graphic design, product design, architecture, landscape, and media arts, such as film, photography, and multimedia F.8.6 Create media works with a range of media techniques

6. Wisconsin State Standards Information and Technology Literacy A.8.1 Use common media and technology terminology and equipment A.8.3 Use a computer and productivity software to organize and create information A.8.4 Use a computer and communications software to access and transmit information A.8.5 Use media and technology to create and present information B.8.2 Develop information seeking strategies B.8.3 Locate and access information sources B.8.5 Record and organize information

7. Project Example The Story of Picasso