7. sym·bol
Something that stands for or suggests something. The purpose of a symbol is to communicate meaning

9. Jasper Johns, Flag,

11. Hex Signs, Barn Star

12. Can symbols have multiple meanings?

15. IDENTITY

16. Identity- Qualities, characteristics, thoughts, opinions and emotions that makes an individual who they are.
Student Example

17. Identity Hobbies Choices Ethnicity Creations Objects, Possessions
Family,
Friends
Interests
Values,
Beliefs

18. How do artists use symbols to explore identity?

19. Audrey Flack,
Queen, ,
80 x 80 in.

20. Audrey Flack,
Marilyn (Vanitas),
1977, 96 x 96 in

21. Margo Humphrey,
The History of Her Life
Written across Her
Face, 1991

22. Frida Kahlo, Self Portrait Between the Borderline of Mexico and the United States, 1932

23. Vic Muniz, Toy Soldier,
2005
Symbol, soldier creating self portrait

24. Bernard Williams inspired Mural, McHenry County.
In this project, participants translated their ideas and life experiences into visual forms, words and symbols representing McHenry County. These elements were then assembled into wall-sized visual statements. Bernard Williams
Bernard Williams inspired Mural, McHenry County.

25. http://highergroundcreative. blogspot