It’s the opportunity of a lifetime for artist Phil Richards, who’s been commissioned to create Canada’s official portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II for her Diamond Jubilee. Academy Award®-nominated filmmaker Hubert Davis follows Richards over months of painstaking preparations, as he works to capture Her Majesty’s likeness and spirit on canvas.
Ages 14 to 17
Study Guide - Guide 1
Arts Education - Art
Arts Education - Visual Arts
Screen the film and then engage the class in discussion about artist Phil Richards’ creative process, focusing upon his inspiration and self-discipline. Assign art students to keep a journal of their creative process while creating their own works. These diaries will be shared and discussed once their projects are complete. Consider inviting a professional artist to visit the class to discuss their own creative process.