This unit introduces students to the relationship between art and culture through the study of Salvadoran folk artist Fernando Llort. Students analyze his use of bold color, simplified forms, and symbolic imagery to understand how artists communicate stories about community and identity.

Through art history discussions, studio projects, and critique, students create their own symbolic compositions inspired by Llort’s style. The unit emphasizes interpretation, cultural awareness, and the ability to reflect on how visual elements convey meaning.