C3. Conventions and Responsible Practices
Specific Expectations
C3.1
identify and appropriately apply conventions associated with experiencing various types of art works/productions, including works from First Nations, Métis, and Inuit cultures (e.g., outline a protocol for etiquette in a gallery, museum, concert hall, theatre, or gathering, and create a poster illustrating this protocol)
- Is it appropriate to clap after viewing a ceremonial dance? Why, or why not?
- What types of behaviour can detract from other listeners’ experience of an oral storytelling?
- When listening to an oral story or song, what responsibility do you have to be part of the experience?
C3.2
identify, on the basis of research, some legal, ethical, and culturally sensitive practices related to various arts disciplines, and apply these practices when analysing, creating, presenting, and/or promoting art works/productions (e.g., seek permission before reproducing copyrighted material and provide appropriate credit; identify the differences between cultural appreciation and cultural exploitation, and avoid cultural appropriation in their own art works; conduct research on evolving Canadian copyright standards with respect to new media and implications for the arts; seek the views of local Elders, Métis Senators, knowledge keepers, and knowledge holders when exploring First Nations, Métis, and Inuit art forms; follow appropriate cultural protocols and practices when sourcing, gathering, or handling traditional materials and artefacts; obtain permission when working with cultural designs, stories, and/or imagery; acknowledge the gifts of material from the natural environment; treat sacred/ceremonial objects and objects of cultural significance respectfully and responsibly)
- Why is it important to consider cultural sensitivity when analysing and/or promoting First Nations, Métis, and Inuit art works?
- Is it ethical for artists to borrow from the work of others? Why, or why not?
- What respectful practices and protocols should you follow when using this traditional art-making technique?
- What copyright considerations did you need to address in your art work?
- How can you appropriately acknowledge the gifts of natural materials used in your art?
C3.3
demonstrate an understanding of safe and conscientious work practices associated with various arts disciplines, and apply these practices when engaged in the creative process (e.g., follow instruction manuals and/or the teacher’s instructions when using new tools and technologies; show consideration for other students sharing the same work space; develop classroom rules and expectations through small-group discussions; read warning labels on containers; wear appropriate protective equipment)
- Why should you avoid using spray paint in a classroom?
- What organizations or unions are concerned with the safety of artists in your chosen media? Do they have any specific safety guidelines that apply to your work?
- How do you respectfully dispose of traditional materials? How does this give back to Earth?
C3.4
identify some environmental issues associated with the arts, and apply environmentally responsible practices when creating and presenting art works, including integrated art works/productions (e.g., dispose of paint containers in an environmentally responsible way; source environmentally friendly materials; recycle materials appropriately; use natural materials only in the amount needed and only if they have been sustainably and responsibly collected)
- How can art and art making affect the environment?
- How can you obtain environmentally responsible materials for your art work?
- What are some ways that an individual artist can contribute to environmental conservation or protection?
- Where does our waste water end up? What might be some consequences of pouring a toxic liquid down the drain?
