UNTRAINED

Physical Tableaux Series (NB students could draw on other classmates to assist in the presentation of the work, however the actual
design of the physical tableaux series should be an individual activity)
7. Students to create a series of three tableaux images to represent their reflection on identity creation. Line, shape and associated
mood should be considered as well as the use of sound, costume, props etc (if relevant/available)
8. Students should record either through sketches or drawings the series of images and be able to articulate the connection to their
understanding of identity
9. The Tableaux series to be performed - students to decide on appropriate one-word title for their work.
NB Still images could be taken of each tableaux in the series and would be a good activity for setting up a still-art exhibition
Portraits
Topic/Theme Learning Experiences
Portraits
1. Discuss how portraits are used in Untrained e.g. drawn, video. The following questions may help to stimulate discussion.
• What part of the body was used in the portraits? Is this typical?
• What was different between the drawn and video portrait?
• Why were the drawn portraits more similar than the video ones?
• What do the students believe the performers were wishing to represent about themselves in the video portraits?
NB A digital video camera is required for the following activity – if one is not available, students can create a photograph instead of a
video with a digital stills camera. If no camera is available, the activity can be modified to doing drawn portraits only, and bringing a
photograph from home.
2. Students to work in pairs and select either ‘drawn portrait’ or ‘video/photographic portrait’. (If desired, all students could do both
style of portrait if time allows.)
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