Aboriginal Art and Culture

Aboriginal Art and Culture

Why is it important to learn about Aboriginal art and culture?

Aboriginal Art and Culture

What would happen to these important historical artefacts if we don’t preserve and take care of them?

*Pollution from the environment and weather*Theft and graffiti from people

Aboriginal Art and Culture

Why is it important to Aboriginal people?

Aboriginal Art and Culture

*To share stories and important information with families and friends

Aboriginal Art and Culture

Aboriginal Art

and Culture

What does Aboriginal art look like?

Aboriginal Art and Culture

Aboriginal Art and Culture

Designing my own rainmaker•What colours will I use and why?•Will I paint an Australian animal or reptile on my rainmaker?•Will I have time to complete my rainmaker if I use too many symbols and images?•What do I need to do to make my rainmaker?

Aboriginal Art and CultureMaking my own rainmaker

•Step 1: Write my name on the lid •Step 2: Choose a design for my rainmaker•Step 3: Fill with rice/close lid•Step 4: Dot paint the design•Step 5: Let it dry•Step 6: Display to class

Aboriginal Art and Culture

Reflecting•What have I learnt about •Aboriginal culture that I didn’t know before?•How can I show respect to Aboriginal people and help look after their important artworks and culture?•How do I feel about learning about Aboriginal people and their culture?