Installations: Steph Zimmerman, The Imagery of Sound
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Grades: 6 - 12
Video Description: Steph Zimmerman is an artist from the St. Louis area who is interested in the world of audio. She collects materials from different locations evolving around a central theme. She uses these materials to create audio soundscapes, that correspond with her installation of the materials in locations, creating a full sensory experience for the viewer.
Type of Video: Story*
Unique Video ID: AandA-Zimmerman**
Quick Ideas for Using the Video:
- For Discussion: Have students respond to the works created by Ms. Zimmerman. What do they think of the subject matter? Would they like to see an exhibit like this in person? Why or why not? Is this “art” to them? Why or why not?
- Activity Idea: Use the video as part of an activity focused on the impact of sound in an artistic installation. Have students work in groups and incorporate sound as an essential part of the installation they create.
*Story videos employ a narrative form to highlight a topic, location, or practitioner in the area of study.
**The unique Video ID can be used to quickly locate a single video in the ET collection. This search function is designed to let teachers assign students to watch a specific video and have only that video appear as a search result. Just click on Search and choose “By Video ID.” Then type in the Video ID as it appears above. Be sure to include the dash.
