Zimsculpt - Sculpture of Zimbabwe Content Provider Royal Botanical Gardens (Canada) Contact Information Karin Davidson-Taylorkdavidsontaylor@rbg.caRoyal Botanical Gardens680 Plains Road WestBurlington, Ontario, Canada L7T 4H4CanadaPhone: Program Type Individual Program Program Rating This program has not yet been evaluated. Target Audience Education: Grade(s): 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 Primary Disciplines Fine Arts Program Description It's common to think that a rock is just a rock. Yet, in the heart of Zimbabwe, the artists of Zimsculpt express their own personal stories hewn from the hardened stone that forms the rugged landscape of their homeland. From rock they create stories in stone.Royal Botanical Gardens (RBG) announces a special interactive school program, Zimsculpt - Sculpture of Zimbabwe, for students in grades 7 - 12. We will explore the history of this 2,000 year-old art form, the geological richness that provides more the than 100 different types of stone from which the artists create their works and the techniques and tools used by the artists to carve their stories. Join featured artists Vimbai Mashaya, Passmore Mupindiko and Lincon Muteta and exhibit curator Vivienne Prince as they introduce you to the world of Zimsculpt. Program Format 1. This program will start with an introduction of the artists and the exhibit curator.2. The artists will discuss the history, the stone used as well as the tools and techniques - with samples and demonstrations of carving.3. We will view images of sculptures and sculptors at work.4. Time will be allowed for questions and answers Objectives - identify principles of designs when responding to works of art- use correct vocabulary and art terminology- engage in a discussion about this art form with the artists and fellow students- analyze contemporary and historic meanings in specific artworks through cultural and aesthetic inquiry- reflect on how artworks differ visually, spatially, temporarily and functionally, and describe how these are related to history and culture National Standards to which this program aligns NA-VA. 5-8.2; 9-12.2 Using knowledge of structures and functionsNA-VA.5-8.4; 9-12.4 Understanding the visual arts in relation to history and culturesNA-VA.5-8.5; 9-12.5 Reflecting upon and assessing the characteristics and merits of their work and the work of others State Standards to which this program aligns Ontario: The Arts: Visual ArtsGrade 7-8Knowledge of ElementsIdentify the elements and principles of design (emphasis, rhythm, balance, unity, variety, proportion) Creative WorkProduce a work of art that communicates a variety of ideasCritical ThinkingExplain preferences for specific art works and describe how artists have used elements and principles of designGrade 9-12Theory: Design and CompositionArt History and Cultural CommunityPersonal ApplicationsCreation:Perceiving and PlanningReviewing and EvaluatingAnalysis:Critical ProcessAesthetics Program Length 45 - 60 minutes; 30 minute presentation with remaining time for questions as needed By Request This program is available by request/on demand ONLY Date/Time Notes This a special event that will only be offered on the two dates stated.October 2 at 1:00 p.m. ESTOctober 4 at 3:00 p.m. EST It is also limited to a multipoint of three schools per persentation. Connection Type(s) Available and Program Fees Interactive Cost: $125.00 Premium Members enjoy many additional benefits. Learn more!Receiving Site is responsible for own line charge Program Fee Notes $125 USD for American or International schools.$125 CDN for Canadian schools.Lesson price for groups of up to 35 students.Full payment is expected from the participating schools by the scheduled program date. Cancellation Policy Minimum of 48 hours notice is required for all cancellations, excluding cancellation due to nature, i.e., school closed because of snow days.If a client cancels with less than 48 hours notice, no refund will be given and a cancellation fee ($60) will be charged. Is video taping allowed? No The Provider broadcasts over IP Minimum Technology Specifications for sites connecting to this provider Royal Botanical Gardens (RBG) broadcasts over IP. Connecting sites using ISDN are responsible for their own bridging.Schools are required to dial in at a minimum of 384 kbps.Schools are required to make a connection test call at least 48 hours in advance of the program especially if this is the first time a school is connecting.