Hear and see what major artists have to say about their works and concepts in their own words. These concise videos–2 to 3 minutes–are historic interviews recorded one-on-one by VMFA in the 1990s and early 2000s.
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Miwako Nishizawa is a California-based Japanese-American artist specializing in the traditional shin-hanga Japanese woodblock technique that revitalized the ukiyo-e tradition in early 20th century Japan.
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This exhibition presents a visually compelling selection of Japanese woodblock prints — as well as paintings and didactic material — that explores the dynamic early work of Japanese landscape artist Kawase Hasui (1883-1957).
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We All Live in the Forbidden City is a publishing and education program produced by China Institute in America about the history, culture, architecture, and life of imperial China as seen through the lens of this iconic structure. The website offers lesson plans, activities, and additional educational resources for teachers, parents, and children, including an interactive map of the Forbidden City and a historical timeline.
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As students develop and play this Jeopardy-style answer and question game, they will practice their mapping skills; investigate ecosystems, habitats, and adaptations; and learn about the Silk Road.
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This activity explores how the observation of the earth, sky, and natural cycles led to the early development of a calendar and the magnetic compass in China. Students will also learn about the meanings that the ancient Chinese associated with the cardinal directions and manipulate a magnetic compass to determine directions.
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Get ready for your visit to The Forbidden City! The resources in this 6-12th grade guide present important exhibition themes and provide historical context for key objects. Although the information and activities relate most directly to Virginia Standards of Learning for World History II, they are easily adaptable to many levels and disciplines. Please enjoy!
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Get ready for your visit to The Forbidden City! The resources in this 2nd-5th grade guide present important exhibition themes and provide historical context for key objects. Although the information and activities relate most directly to Virginia Standards of Learning for History and Social Science for 2nd grade, they are easily adaptable to many levels and disciplines. Please enjoy!
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A list of Chinese dynasties and governments from ancient times to the present.
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“In 1206, a young man named Temujin was elected as the leader of the Mongol people. He is known to the world by his title, Genghis Khan, which roughly translates as ”Great Ruler.” By the year of his death in 1227, his armies had conquered a vast territory that stretched from the Caspian Sea to the Sea of Japan.”
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