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Natural Sculpture

In this 24-minute module Erin Matthes discusses how to work with Sitka students on creating temporary outdoor works of art from natural materials.

This image shows a natural scene featuring a tree in the forefront; the tree is ususual, as it features prominent stripes in what appears to be moss.

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Lessons

Lesson 1.
Natural Sculpture in Sitka

[length 24:37] Erin Matthes outlines a way to instruct Sitka students in sculpting outdoors with materials from nature, providing a lesson framework and a local example. She also provides resources on the artist Andy Goldsworthy and an editable powerpoint deck.

Supplemental Resources:

  1. Andy Goldsworthy Lesson Notes & Resources (PDF) 

  2. PowerPoint on Natural Sculpture & Andy Goldworthy 

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This video is intended for professional learning by educators in the Sitka School District.  It is not to be downloaded, copied, shared, or misused.  Copyright 2023 Sitka School District. All rights reserved.

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