1、Unit 1 Art Using Language能够结合自己喜爱的艺术作品进行一次简短的演讲或介绍。在听演讲的过程中，能够根据话语标记抓住演讲内容的逻辑层次，准确把握演讲所传递的信息。能够快速而准确地获取艺术展览推介文的关键信息。能够写一则艺术展览公告。Using Language Learning goals:Part 1 Talk about works of artStep 1 Before listeningLook at the following pictures and discuss the questions in groups.水墨动画电影（水墨动画片）水墨动画电影（水墨
2、动画片）These pictures are representative of ink wash animation films.Whats the meaning of ink wash animation film?Using Language Different forms of artTadpoles Searching for MotherFeeling from Mountain and WaterThe Cowboys FluteHave you seen any of them before?What do you know about them?Using Language
3、 Step 2 While listeningTask 1 Listen to the presentation and put the following items in the order that you hear them._ the background of ink wash animation films_ a short review of the film_ introduction to the topic of the presentation_ a description of the story in the film_ an explanation of the
4、decline in ink wash animation24135Using Language Task 2 Listen again and answer the questions.(1)Which film does the speaker mainly talk about?(2)When were the three ink wash animation films produced?(3)Why is the film regarded as a masterpiece of Chinese ink wash animation?(4)What is the speakers a
5、ttitude towards the ink wash animation style?(5)How do you feel about this kind of film?The speaker mainly talks about Feeling from Mountain and Water.They were produced in 1960,1963,and 1988.Because it is like a fine ink wash painting brought to life.The speakers attitude towards the style is posit
6、ive,hoping that new technology will breathe new life into it.I think this kind of film is beautiful and magical to watch.It makes me feel like I am inside a painting!Using Language Task 3 Listen again and tick the signpost words that you hear.Signpost markers are phrases and expressions that are use
7、d to tell a listener what is going to be talked about next.Speakers use signpost markers when they want to introduce a new topic,to start a new point,to give an example,to summarise,etc.By listening for signposts,you will be able to follow what is being said.Listen for signpost markersUsing Language
8、 Step 3 Give a presentationChoose a work of art you like.You can use the table below to help you.Using Language Good morning,everybody.Welcome to our presentation.Im very excited to have this opportunity to talk about one of my favourite pieces of art.It is called The Starry Night and was painted by
9、 Vincent van Gogh in 1889.First,let me tell you about the background to this painting.It shows the French town,Saint-Remy-de-Provence at night.It is based on the view from a window in a hospital where Van Gogh was a patient.Sadly,he suffered from health issues throughout his life,and his work only f
10、ound fame after his death.Although it shows the view at night,Van Gogh painted it during the day from memory.He also painted other versions at different times of day.Using Language This is an oil painting on canvas.One can immediately tell from its features that it is a Van Gogh painting.For example
11、,the swirls in the sky show Van Goghs distinctive painting style.The curled dashes of bold colour can be seen in many of his works.The moon and stars are big and yellow.This was Van Goghs favourite colour.Although Van Gogh did not think the painting was very good,it is considered a masterpiece and i
12、s one of the most recognised paintings in the history of Western art.It really captures the viewers attention and draws them in.It gives the viewer an idea of the state of mind of Van Gogh at this difficult time in his life.All in all,I think this is a great example of Van Goghs style.It is a magica
13、l painting,and a piece of work of a troubled genius.Using Language Part 2 Write an art exhibition announcementStep 1 ReadingTask 1 Read the text and answer the questions.1.Who are the target readers?2.Whats the authors purpose of writing it?I think this text was written for people who are interested
14、 in art and art history,and who enjoy visiting museums.It gives information about what is on show,and details of when one can see the exhibition,how much it costs,and what rules there are in the museum.Using Language ANCIENT CHINESE ART ON SHOWThe Richfield Museum of Fine Art is proud to present our
15、 new exhibition,“From Shang to Qing:Chinese Art Through the Ages.”Join us as we explore more than 3,000 years of wonderful art from the Middle Kingdom.From bronze bowls to ceramic vases,and jade sculptures to ink wash paintings,our goal is to display the Chinese artistic genius from ancient times.Ta
16、sk 2 Find out what points are included in the text.themeUsing Language The highlight of this exhibition is the painting Clearing After Snow on a Mountain Pass,one of the great works of .Born during the Ming Dynasty,Tang sought and failed to gain entry into the civil service,so he turned to painting
17、instead.In time,he gained recognition as one of the greatest artists China has ever known.This painting,showing high mountains,trees,and houses covered in snow,was made with extraordinary skill.Though it is over 500 years old,it looks as fresh and full of life as the day it was created.Also of prima
18、ry note is a collection of nearly 100 bronze objects from the Shang Dynasty(1600 BCE 1046 BCE).While the artists who made these great works are not known,they showed great skill in creating these beautiful pieces.Some of the items on display are thought to have come from the collection of Emperor Qi
19、anlong(1711 1799),a great admirer of Shang Dynasty bronze.唐寅（唐寅（1470年年3月月6日日1524年年1月月7日），字伯虎，号六如居士，明朝著日），字伯虎，号六如居士，明朝著名画家、书法家、诗人。代表作有落霞孤鹜图杏花茅屋图春名画家、书法家、诗人。代表作有落霞孤鹜图杏花茅屋图春山伴侣图秋风纨扇图函关雪霁图等。山伴侣图秋风纨扇图函关雪霁图等。Tang Yin(1470 1524)Using Language Finally,we have many fine examples of Tang Dynasty(618 907)sculp
20、tures.Most of these are of Buddhist origin.Even though Buddhism entered China much earlier,it did not really begin to show expansion until the seventh century.During this same period,trade along the Silk Road also boomed.Chinese sculpture thus found itself highly influenced by Buddhist art brought f
21、rom India and Central Asia through the Silk Road.These works were intended to spread Buddhism and they are of exceptional beauty and quality.Looking at the faces of the figures in these sculptures,one sees the faces of the past.History is brought to life.This is just a small taste of what is in stor
22、e for you in this exhibition.We guarantee that“From Shang to Qing:Chinese Art Through the Ages”will transport you to another time with its amazing collection of works.highlightsUsing Language“From Shang to Qing:Chinese Art Through the Ages”will run until November 25.Opening hours are from 9:00 a.m.t
23、o 5:00 p.m.,from Tuesday to Sunday(the museum is closed on Mondays).No one will be admitted into the exhibition after 4:30 p.m.Admission:$10 for adults;$8 for student;$5 for children under 12;free for children under 5.No photos or food and drink are allowed in the museum.ticket priceexhibition perio
24、dUsing Language NEW EXHIBITION“_”More than _ of wonderful art from China on display.Highlights:The painting Clearing After Snow on a Mountain Pass,by .A collection of nearly 100 .Many fine examples of .You will .Date:Now until _Opening hours:_ a.m.to _ p.m.Museum is closed on _.Tickets:Adults$_,Stud
25、ents$_,Children under 12$5,Children under 5 freeNo photos or food and drink allowed in museum.Task 3 Complete the advertising leaflet below.From Shang to Qing:Chinese Art Through the Ages3,000 yearsTang Yinbronze objects from the Shang DynastyTang Dynasty sculptures9:005:00Mondays108November 25be tr
26、ansported to another time with its amazing collection of worksUsing Language Step 2 WritingTask 1 Brainstorm the details about the exhibition and take notes.For example:What is the exhibition about?Where shall you meet?What are the highlights?How are you going to get there?When are you going?What sh
27、ould you bring?Using Language Task 2 Write your announcement based on your notes.To:_From:_Subject:On _,we will go to see _This exhibition is.To:Art Club membersFrom:J.TurnerSubject:On March 15,we will go to see“Making an Impression:the Birth of Impressionism”This exhibition is about the beginning o
28、f the Impressionist movement.Its highlights are paintings by Monet,Manet and Renoir.We will meet at school at 9:00 a.m.and take the metro to the museum.Bring your phone to take pictures and a notebook for notes and sketches.Bring some money for lunch,too.Using Language Task 3 Exchange drafts with a partner.Use this checklist to give feedback on your partners draft.Is the announcement clear and to the point?Is all the necessary information about the exhibition and the trip included?Does the writer use correct grammar,punctuation,and spelling?Using Language
