Sixth Grade
Collaged Triptychs
In this unit plan, sixth graders explored the ways in which we face obstacles over time. Students gelli printed with natural materials, experimented with paste paper methods and other processes to create treated papers that they used to make collages.
Each student created three collages which were about the ways they have overcome fears in the past, ways they might overcome a fear in the future, and a map of their favorite place. Together these three collages were matted and pasted onto a cardboard triptych.
Student Work
Brief Overview
Big Idea: Time
Essential Question: How do we face obstacles over time?
Focus Artists/Concepts: Eric Carle, Ellie Honl, Valerie S. Goodwin, Focal Point, Layers, and Collage.
Final Artwork: Collaged Triptych
Focus Artist
Valerie S. Goodwin
Valerie S. Goodwin is a mixed media fiber artist and architect. Most of her work is inspired by a love of aerial views of landscapes and cities. Many of her quilts are based on maps. Her art has moved through various stages from traditional quilting to an interest in abstract expressionism and, more recently, work inspired by real and imaginary landscapes and cities.