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James Wyeth: Capturing Dance Lesson PlanJames Wyeth: Capturing Dance Lesson Plan
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James Wyeth: Capturing Dance

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Learners draw portraits of a dancer. In this visual-arts lesson, students study the work of James Wyeth online. They then watch a dance performance and sketch 10 - 15 pieces depicting dancers. Five of these sketches will be selected for exhibition.

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Dance, james wyeth, studio art, visual and performing arts
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Grade
9th - 12th
Subjects
Visual & Performing Arts
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Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
5 days
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Project-Based Learning
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