SECTION A (20 marks)
Answer ALL the questions in this section in the spaces provided.
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- Study the form below.
- Identify the material and technique used. (1 mark)
- Name the style used. (1 mark)
- Explain the term “wash” in reference to painting technique. (2 marks)
- Study the visual symbol below.
- Identify the symbol. (1 mark)
- State its function. (1 mark)
- Classify the symbol. (1 mark)
- State the distinctive characteristic of tritik technique in fabric decoration. (1 mark)
- Distinguish between warp faced fabric and weft faced fabric. (2 marks)
- State two functions of value as an element of Art and Design. (2 marks)
- Explain two ways in which colour can be used to create aerial perspective. (2 marks)
- Study the picture below.
Identify the most outstanding principle of Art and Design. (1 mark) - State three factors that determine the choice of a pendant. (3 marks)
- Give two reasons why it is important to fire clay items. ( 2 marks)
- Study the form below.
SECTION B (25 marks)
Answer ALL the questions from this section in the spaces provided.
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- Distinguish between tjap and tjanting. (2 marks)
- State the role of a fixative in fabric decoration. (1 mark)
- Give two reasons for using a double container to melt wax. (2 marks)
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- Name the components of a letterhead. (3 marks)
- Explain two functions of a letterhead. (2 marks)
- The illustration below represents a foreshortened arm.
Draw the arm in profile when it is outstretched. (5 marks) - The illustration below represents a weaving process.
- Identify the weave structure. (1 mark)
- What is the main function of the part marked X on the illustration. (2 marks)
- Explain two ways that one can employ when weaving a mat so that it is firm. (2 marks)
- Outline any five factors to be considered when using lettering in graphic design. (5 marks)
SECTION C (15 marks)
Answer any ONE question in this section. Write your answer in the space provided after question 9.
- Study the composition below.
Describe how the following pictorial features have been portrayed.- lines (3 marks)
- forms (3 marks)
- pattern (3 marks)
- depth (3 marks)
- mood (3 marks)
- The illustration below represents an activity within the process of a technique in pottery.
- Study the illustration and identify the technique. (1 mark)
- State the activity illustrated. (1 mark)
- Beginning with ready prepared clay, describe the process of building up a form using the technique. (13 marks)
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- What is meant by the term design process? (1 mark)
- State and describe the aspects to be covered under the following sub-topics in design process:
- brief; (5 marks)
- research; (3 marks)
- layout; (3 marks)
- client presentation. (3 marks)
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MARKING SCHEME
SECTION A: (20 marks)
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- Material - paper (any brand of paper) / strawboard
Construction technique - Semi-abstract / semi-realistic style. 1 mark
- Material - paper (any brand of paper) / strawboard
- A ‘wash’ is a painting technique in which thin watery paint is applied quickly with large, sweeping brush strokes. 2 marks
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- Road sign / traffic sign.
1 mark - Warns drivers of “No left turn”/ commands/ instructs /guides/ directs drivers.
1 mark - Mandatory sign/Prohibitive sign/Regulatory sign. 1 mark
- Road sign / traffic sign.
- Broken linear textual effect/ intricate lines/ patterns. 1 mark
- Warp faced fabric shows the warps more predominantly while the weft faced fabric shows the wefts more predominantly/ warp threads are dominant vertical patterns / threads; weft faced create horizontal patterns. 2 marks
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- Describes or models a form/solidity.
- Creates 3 dimensional effect.
- Suggest movement.
- Create illusion of depth and atmospheric effect.
Any 2 x 1 2 marks
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- Painting hazy/pale /dull/greyer colours in the background and clear/ sharp / bright colours in the foreground. 1 mark
- Painting warm colours in the foreground and cool colours in the background. 1 mark
- Rhythm/movement 1 mark
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- Design (colour, shape, texture, etc.)/ style
- Size
- Weight
- Material
- Function/ fashion trends. Any 3 x 1 3 marks
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- Enhances the appearance of the clay.
- Hardens the form.
- Makes the clay more durable.
- Makes it porous. Any 2 x 1 2 marks
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SECTION B: (25 marks)
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- Tjap is a metal block with patterns incised on it used for printing with liquid wax. It is dipped into the wax and then stamped on the surface.
Tjanting is a tool with a copper bowl (reservoir) and a spout used for drawing with wax on a fabric to create patterns/intricate lines. 2 marks - Applying fixative to the dye prevents colours from fading/makes colours fast. 1 mark
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- To prevent wax from heating too fast as it can catch fire
- To retain the heat of the wax.
- To reduce evaporation of the wax.
- Safety precaution from splattering hot wax.
Any 2 x 1 = 2 marks
- Tjap is a metal block with patterns incised on it used for printing with liquid wax. It is dipped into the wax and then stamped on the surface.
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- Logo 1 mark
- Contact address (box no.,website,telephone,physical address) 1 mark
- Name of the company. 1 mark
- Slogan/motto. 1 mark
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- An official communication tool that authenticates an organisation/ legitimises an organisation. 1 mark
- Identifies the company/ organisation.
- Logo 1 mark
Outstretched hand - 2 marks
In profile - 2 marks
Accuracy. - 1 mark-
- Twinning weave. 1 mark
- To fasten the woven edges to the edges of the loom so as to create a straight selvedge and avoid waisting. 2 marks
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- Pushing down the weft threads after every row with a comb/beater.
- Pulling down the weft threads firmly at the end of every row to maintain even tension
- Crowding the warp threads so that there are no big spaces between them.
Any 2 x 1 mark each 2 marks
Total (5 marks)
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- Appropriateness of letter style to the message/content.
- Uniformity of letter construction.
- Consistency of letter formation.
- Spacing between letters, words and lines.
- Harmony and suitability of lettering to the total design.
- Letters should be simple and legible.
Any 5 x 1 mark each 5 marks
SECTION C: (15 marks)
- Lines:-
- Lines outline the forms and forms within the forms;
- Lines distinguish the various forms and spatial levels;
- Lines distributed all over the composition gives it an overall linear nature.
3 marks
Forms:- - Forms are simplified (outlined)
- Forms are flat
- Forms create pattern.
3 marks
Pattern:- - Patterns are formed by outlines, shapes and silhouettes;
- Crazed/crackled details of the forms;
- The distribution of light, dark and grey shapes create patterns.
3 marks
Depth:- - Created by overlaps
- Distribution of forms in different levels
- Different sizes of forms at different levels create depth.
3 marks
Mood:- - The animals are alert as if there is looming danger;
- Time seems to be mid-morning or late afternoon;
- Fright, anxiety, scare. 3 marks
Total 15 marks
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- Slab method. 1 mark
- Making/rolling a slab. 1 mark
- Procedure/process
- Make a sketch on the form
- Knead/wedge the clay to make it malleable or workable.
- Prepare an absorbent flat surface using plaster or paris or grog.
- Place batons/yardsticks on either side for ensuring even thickness of the slab.
- Using a rolling pin, flatten the clay into a slab.
- Measure and mark the slabs according to the required sizes and shapes.
- Cut the slabs.
- Score (scratch) along each edge of the slabs using a sharp tool.
- Apply slip/slurry on the scored edges.
- Join the slabs starting from the base appropriately to build up the form.
- Using a palette knife/spatula/brush, press and work the edges of the slab to join.
- Wet a sponge and use it to rid the clay form off excess slip.
- Leave it to dry in a cool place.
1 mark each x 13 13 marks
Total 15 marks
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- It is the preparation and execution of a design solution. 1 mark
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- Brief (getting information from a client)
The client and the designer meet to discuss the specifications of the design problem.
Namely:-- Theme/topic/subject matter of the purpose for which the design is required.
- The target audience.
- Time frame/ schedule.
- Materials and techniques.
- Budget.
5 x 1 mark each 5 marks
- Research (Gathering and studying all the related material. Thinking and experimenting).
- The designer collects relevant data in various aspects of the theme and the required design.
This involves:- - Discussions and interviews with relevant people 1 mark
- Observations and analysis of existing and related designs (visual research) 1 mark
- Study design manuals/annuals and periodicals. 1 mark
- The designer collects relevant data in various aspects of the theme and the required design.
- Layout/composition (exploring alternative solutions)
- Arrangement of visual elements (typo, lettering,illustrations etc.)
- Making of preliminary sketches/ determining or selection of design components.
- Refinement
- Final artwork
- Open work to critique.
- Making alterations, adjustments and corrections in consultation with experts, professionals , marketers and fellow artists.
- Finals sketches should be polished and cleaned and exact copy of the design solution presented.
3 x 1 mark each 3 marks
- Client presentation (selling the design to the client).
- The artist presents to the client the exact copy of the required work in terms of dimensions, colour, materials and techniques used.
- Explanation of the use of the elements and features in the design (resume) to enlighten the client.
- (The client may suggest some changes, improvements, alterations and adjustments.)
- The final artwork is presented for printing.
3 x 1 mark each 3 marks
Total 15 marks
- Brief (getting information from a client)
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