[PDF] The Metaphysics and Metapsychology of Personal Identity: Why

What is identity in Modern Art?

• Identity in modern art is a broad and exciting theme, allowing the viewer to gain new perspectives and understanding of other people’s lives. For the artists that draw inspiration from their identity, the work becomes a podium for exploration, expression and connection Frida Kahlo is one of my favourite artists.

Can art lessons on identity help students construct positive identity?

• I field-tested a unit of three lessons based on identity through self-portraiture to help students investigate the topic of identity in relation to personal and cultural sense of self. Student’s artworks, reflections and responses were analyzed. 3) Conclusions: Art lessons can help students construct positive identity and develop positive

How do we view the art exhibit through the lens of identity?

• Explaining a room full of unrelated art to an entire class of third graders can seem a bit intimidating, but several years ago, we hit upon the idea of viewing the exhibit through the lens of identity.  Each artist who presents a piece in the exhibit expresses their identity – whether or not they intentionally set out to do so.

How has art been exploited in the presentation and explicit demonstration of identity?

• One effective method that art has been exploited in the presentation and explicit demonstration of our identity is the within religion. The diverse world of human existence is composed of a variety of religions that best depicts our identities.