Level 1 exemplar and comments (1)

Paper ONE Visual Presentation of a Theme: Question 4

Part A

Comments

The candidate has provided a single but barely relevant focus in the description of the

environment of Plate (4a) and Plate (4b).

The candidate is able to connect different experiences and feelings with the visual form, without

showing understanding of the relationship among forms, for example in Plate (4a) he/she states the

arrangement of the space for characters creates a balanced composition.

The candidate is unable to provide any interpretations regarding forms of presentation, for

example when trying to express the weight of history in Plate (4a).

The candidate is able to propose one or two criteria, but without being able to judge the

appropriateness of the presentation, for example with regard to the atmosphere of the two artworks.

Part B

Creative Briefs

Comments

The candidate is able to use the materials and the skills relevant to the theme, for example in the

use of flat and glazed wash painting technique.

The candidate is able to use the visual elements relevant to the theme, for example in the use of

colour and the composition in the artwork.

The candidate is able to demonstrate characteristics or originality, for example in the use of

silhouette

The candidate uses irrelevant forms of artistic creation in expressing different emotions or ideas,

for example the use of colour and silhouette in the design shows the candidate’s intention.