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 El Arte en Bilbao (Art in Bilbao)

Standards Addressed:

  • Communication Standard 1.2: Learner understands, interprets, and analyzes what is heard, read, or viewed on a variety of topics.

  • Culture Standard 2.1: Learner uses the language to investigate, explain, and reflect on the relationship between artistic practices and cultural perspectives.

  • Connections Standard 3.1: Learner builds, reinforces, and expands knowledge of the arts while using Spanish.

  • Comparisons Standard 4.2: Learner uses Spanish to investigate and reflect on the concept of artistic expression across cultures.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this activity, students will be able to:

  • Identify key features of the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao

  • Understand basic facts about modern Spanish art

  • Use Spanish vocabulary related to art and architecture

  • Create a digital art gallery presentation

Article

The Artistic Revolution of Bilbao

Bilbao was once an industrial city in northern Spain. Everything changed in 1997 when the Guggenheim Museum opened. The building itself is a piece of art! Designed by Frank Gehry, it looks like a giant ship made of titanium and glass, sparkling next to the Nervión River.

The museum transformed Bilbao into one of Europe's most exciting cities for art. The building's unique design features:

  • Curved titanium walls that change color with the sunlight

  • Glass walls that let natural light inside

  • A giant flower-shaped sculpture of a puppy made of living plants

  • Modern art installations that change throughout the year

Outside the museum, Bilbao has more art:

  • "Maman" - a giant spider sculpture by Louise Bourgeois

  • Street art and murals in the old town

  • Traditional Basque crafts in local markets

  • Modern sculptures along the riverside walk

People now visit Bilbao from all over the world to see how art changed the city. This has inspired other cities to use art and architecture to make their communities better.

Comprehension Questions (Answer in Spanish)

  1. ¿En qué año abrió el museo Guggenheim? (When did the Guggenheim Museum open?)

  2. ¿De qué está hecho el edificio? (What is the building made of?)

  3. ¿Qué forma tiene la escultura del perro? (What shape is the dog sculpture?)

  4. ¿Qué hay fuera del museo? (What is outside the museum?)




Short Essay Question (Choose one to answer in Spanish, minimum 3 sentences)

  1. Describe tu obra de arte favorita del museo. ¿Por qué te gusta? (Describe your favorite artwork from the museum. Why do you like it?)

  2. ¿Cómo puede el arte cambiar una ciudad? (How can art change a city?)




Optional Technology Activity (DOK 3)

Create a Virtual Art Gallery

Using Google Jamboard:

  1. Create a new Jamboard titled "Mi Galería de Arte de Bilbao"

  2. Create at least 5 frames:

    • Frame 1: Museum exterior

    • Frame 2: Your favorite sculpture

    • Frame 3: A piece of street art

    • Frame 4: A traditional craft

    • Frame 5: Your own art inspired by Bilbao

  3. For each frame:

    • Add an image

    • Write a description in Spanish

    • Include the artist's name (if known)

    • Add what materials were used

  4. Present your virtual gallery through Google Classroom

Go Beyond

Explore more about Bilbao's art:

Glossary

  • museo = museum

  • arte = art

  • edificio = building

  • escultura = sculpture

  • artista = artist

  • cuadro = painting

  • galería = gallery

  • exposición = exhibition

  • titanio = titanium

  • vidrio = glass

  • luz = light

  • calle = street

Grading Rubric

4 (Exceeds Expectations)

  • Shows deep understanding of Bilbao's artistic transformation

  • Uses sophisticated Spanish art vocabulary appropriately

  • Creates detailed responses about architectural and artistic elements

  • Essay demonstrates thoughtful analysis of art's impact on cities

  • Virtual gallery (if chosen) shows exceptional creativity and research

  • Work reflects understanding of both traditional and modern Spanish art

3 (Meets Expectations)

  • Shows good understanding of Bilbao's art scene

  • Uses appropriate Spanish vocabulary related to art

  • Provides accurate information about museum and artworks

  • Essay shows clear comprehension with good examples

  • Virtual gallery (if chosen) includes all required elements

  • Work demonstrates good grasp of Spanish artistic expression

2 (Approaching Expectations)

  • Shows basic understanding of Bilbao's museum

  • Uses simple Spanish vocabulary with some errors

  • Includes basic information about artworks

  • Essay attempts to express ideas but lacks detail

  • Virtual gallery (if chosen) includes basic information

  • Work shows partial understanding of artistic concepts

1 (Below Expectations)

  • Shows minimal understanding of art concepts

  • Uses very limited Spanish vocabulary with major errors

  • Information about artworks is incomplete or incorrect

  • Essay is brief and lacks understanding

  • Virtual gallery (if chosen) is missing key elements

  • Shows limited comprehension of material

0 (No Evidence)

  • No work submitted

  • Responses are in English rather than Spanish

  • Shows no understanding of art concepts

  • Virtual gallery not attempted

  • No evidence of engagement with material.

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