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ROMAN MOSAICS & Symbolism

Unit & Project Objectives: (Also located on your project sheet) • The students will… – Explore Roman culture, mosaics, and symbolism – Create a mosaic that resembles themselves.

Definition of SYMBOLISM • Symbolism – is the use of an image to stand for an idea. • Common symbols: – – – – Ying yang Earth Flag Peace sign Raven $ Logo Smiley face

EXAMPLES of SYMBOLS Dove - Peace & Faith • Fox – play, action, stealth • Eagle – strength, growth • Butterfly – beauty, delicacy, elegance • Cultural symbols, zodiac signs, flowers, insects, etc.

SYMBOLISM • Brainstorm: Create a list of symbols that are important to you or represent you. • Questions to ask yourself: ACTIVITY! – What makes me happy? – What are some of my favorite items (food, objects, etc. ) – What are my hobbies and interests that represent my personality? – What symbols represent my culture, heritage, or values? CREATE A “ME” page in your sketchbook. Draw and cut out symbols that represent you. Add color and fill the space. BE CREATIVE! *On the back, Write a brief description of why you chose each symbol and how it represents you.

Pair & Share • Share your “ME” page with a partner. – What do you have in common? – How are you different?

Mosaics What is/was their purpose? • Decoration (scenes of everyday life, history, personalized designs) Where are/were they displayed? • Floors of Roman buildings, walls, ceilings, etc. • Homes, tile backdrops

THINK ABOUT IT! • Question: How might symbolism be related to ROMAN art (specifically Roman mosaics)? • Answer: Images of symbols were often the subjects of Roman mosaics.

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