Art and Design (Fine Art)

Assessment

Personal Investigation - A portfolio of practical work showing your response to a starting point, brief, scenario, or stimulus. This starting point will be devised by you in conversation with your teacher. - A related written study that explores the context within which the portfolio exists. This will involve researching the work of other practitioners and looking at artistic genres and art historical movements. 60% of A Level. Externally set task - You will begin preparation for this in early February of Year 13. You will need to select a theme from the ones provided by the examination board. You will be given a preparatory period to research, plan, and explore your ideas. Through this process, you will produce a body of work that will culminate in a 15-hour examination where you will independently realize your response. 40% of A Level.