Art History: Contemporary Maori Artists

Lesson Eleven For levels 7 & 8

This lesson is designed to be an overview of contemporary Maori art covering all the key elements and displaying examples. Students will investigate the symbols, colours, patterns and the variety of Maori themes within art.

Gallery Tour and Workspace Activity 11/2 hour

Curriculum Links

  • Art History
    • Option 12: Contemporary New Zealand art, Topic 4: Contemporary Maori art
  • Visual Arts
    • Communicating ideas and understanding art in context