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THE LIGHTER SIDE OF ART:
HOW ARTISTS COMMUNICATE HUMOR
THROUGH THE AGES
Cindy Hermus, Jan Dodd, and Cynde Riddle, Art Specialists
HEB ISD and FWISD
Rationale and Overview
Have you ever been somewhere when you and a stranger have shared a
laugh? An instant bond was formed. Humor is a universal human experience.
When two people find humor in the same thing/event, a bond is created.
There is an instant connection that both will remember fondly forever.
Why do we have humor? Do we need it? To relieve stress, lighten up tense
situations; release from heavy issues, and to improve mental and physical
health. Laughter releases endorphins. "Laughter is the best medicine." Is
humor found in all cultures? Is all humor the same?
Is what we find humorous, humorous in other societies and vice versa? How
do we define humor? We have discovered that there are three types of
humor in art: humor found in the unexpected/fantastic, humor found in daily
life, andsatire. In this unit, we will focus on humor found in the
unexpected/fantastic. By understanding humor and communicating through
humor do we create better levels of understanding throughout cultures and
with individuals? We believe we can, whether it's through looking at humor
in a work of art or simply losing yourself in the humorous contemplation of a
work of art.
Viewing works of art enhances the understanding of humor and how it is
shared throughout the world. Although humor is expressed in different
ways, in different times and cultures, meaning and purpose can be universally
communicated through humorous works of art. The target audience for this
unit is sixth (6) grade. This grade level was selected since in Texas their
focus of study in art and social studies is the world and its cultures.
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