Art · Pioneers 11–15 · Years 7–9

Identity portrait project

How do artists say who they are?

1. Discover

   Think first: How do artists say who they are? Say or jot one idea before you read on.

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2. Learn — core route

   • Artist comparison page
   • Symbol brainstorm for identity
   • Final mixed-media portrait

   Lessons in this subject: Learn Topics · Art

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3. Practise — check a common mix-up

   Copying an artist exactly is the best way to develop ideas.

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   Portraits must be realistic.

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4. Apply / Create — Who I Am Portrait

   Produce a final portrait plus a sketchbook of at least 4 developmental pages and a 150-word artist statement.

   Evidence type: artwork · accessible alternative always allowed (speak it, draw it, or show an adult).

   How it is judged (rubric)

   • Beginning: Final piece only
   • Developing: Final piece + 2 sketchbook pages
   • Secure: Final piece, 4 pages, statement referencing two artists
   • Extending: Sophisticated symbolism and refined technique

5. Explain — say what you did

   My level ChooseBeginningDevelopingSecureExtendingSave to my portfolio

6. Review later

   We'll offer a quick memory check in 7, 21 and 45 days. Mark this done and your Today page will remind you gently.

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