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Han Gan and His Horese
Unit 4 developing ideas
How do you describe horses
strong,
energetic,
wild
cute, calm,
loyal
fast (gallop),
brave,
magnificent
In ancient times, horses were the main driving force for ________________________, transportation and _____________activities.
Nowadays, horses are used in _______________, horse riding competitions.
agricultural production
military
tousim
Do you know any artists well-known for painting horses
Xu’s portrayals of horses galloping or trotting past, in a rich variety of poses, are some of the most captivating 有魅力的 of their kind. Using mostly black ink, they combine the best methods from East and West.
韩干
Han Gan
How much do you know about Han Gan
Before reading a passage, think of what you already know about the topic. For example, you may already know some facts about the Chinese horse painter, Han Gan and his paintings. Make connections between your background knowledge about this Chinese historical figure and the new information you read in the passage. This will improve your understanding of new concepts and information.
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韩干
Han Gan
How much do you know about Han Gan
He was born in 706, early Tang Dynasty.
He was skilled in capturing not only the physical features of the animal but also its inner spirit and strength.
his renowned work—Night Shining White
《照夜白》
His works of horses are highly thought of by people. Su Shi once commented”韩生画马真是马,苏子作诗如见画”.
There was a ___________ horse with________ eyes, ________ teeth and ________ hooves→power
regarded as one of the ____________________ horse paintings in the history of Chinese art
Read paragraph 1 and find more about Night Shining White .
buring
kicking
magnificent
most significant
bared
An introduction to the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
The story behind Night-Shining White.
The famous artist Han Gan.
Read the passage and find out what it is about.
What do other people think of his work
Su Shi: “The horses painted by Han Gan are real horses.”
other viewers: Han Gan’s horses “could gallop off the paper”.
successful painter, amazing art
Why made Han Gan a successful painter and create amazing art
Let’s learn about his experience.
How did he become a painter
Born into a _______ family, he had to work in_________________.
poor
a local wine shop
His artistic talent was discovered by Wang Wei____________, who decided to _________him and _______________ him to a master.
by accident
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Due to his_____________ and ___________________, he became a court painter.
natural talent
years of hard work
disadvantage
What did he do as a court painter
He frequently visited the royal stables and even moved in to live with the stable workers for quite some time in order to observe horses.
The more time he spent observing horses, ______________________________________.
the more his understanding of them grew
Amazing art comes from life.
Why made Han Gan a successful painter and create amazing art
Han Gan’s natural talent, years of hard work and his careful observation.
What can you learn from Han Gan’s way of painting
If you were Han Gan, what advice would you give to young art students struggling to develop their skills
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What can you learn from Han Gan’s way of painting
Amazing art is closely linked with our life. Only when we observe life carefully and frequently can we create magnificent art pieces.
2. If you were Han Gan, what advice would you give to young art students struggling to develop their skills
Sometimes, real art is based on our daily life. Thus, appreciate and observe your life.
Talent is not enough for you to become outsatnding and to delight in painting. It is vital to put efforts and patience into your practice.
Do you know of any other artists famous for painting animals Introduce one to the class.
Shrimps
– Qi Baishi
Song Huizong
Imagine you are a tour guide in the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Talk about the life and work of Han Gan.
1. Think about what information to include.
2. Decide in what order you will introduce.
3. Introduce Han Gan and his painting to your group
members.
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