Artroduction: The Box Project

Leading up to this project, students were asked to look at the 1960's abstract expressionist/pop artists Jasper Johns and Robert Rauschenberg.  These artists and others like them were creating work as a response to the political and social changes of the United States and encouraged their viewers to see art works in a new, modernist way.  After viewing several art works by both of these artists, students are asked to create their own "sculptural" paintings.  Students began their work by making thumbnail sketches before gluing several different shaped boxes to foam board. The completed final piece is painted with acrylic, spray paint and paint markers. 

Ohio Visual Art Standards

Historical, Cultural and Social Contexts:

Students understand the impact of visual art on history, culture and society from which it emanates.  They understand the cultural, social and political forces that, in turn, shape visual art communication and expression.  STudents identify the significant contributions of visual artists to cultural heritage.  They analyze the historical, cultural, social and political contexts that influence the function and role of visual art in the lives of people.