Answer only ONE question chosen from EITHER alternative A or B.
This paper is marked out of 100 marks.
ALTERNATIVE A: DRAWING OR PAINTING
Use of geometrical instruments, tracing paper, coloured pencils, crayons, luminous pens or marker pens is forbidden in this alternative.
EITHER
DRAWING
- Create a close-up composition of a crocodile pouncing on its catch.
The composition should be within an area of 35 cm x 42 cm.
OR
PAINTING - Create a captivating composition depicting "Freedom!"
Depict the theme within an area measuring 35 cm x 42 cm.
ALTERNATIVE B: GRAPHIC DESIGN
Use of geometrical instruments and tracing paper is allowed in this alternative. The use of coloured pencils, crayons, luminous pens, marker pens and computers is forbidden. The colour of the working surface (paper) will not be considered as one of the colours required.
EITHER
- "Mazingira Run" is a marathon used to create awareness on environmental conservation.
The event will be held on the World Environment Day. The organising committee requires a poster with a catchy slogan and an appropriate illustration to advertise the event.
Design a poster in not more than four colours measuring 25 cm X 37 cm which should include:- Title: Mazingira Run
- Venue: Mazingira grounds
- Date: 5th June 2022
- Time: 8:00 am to 12:00 pm.
- Charges: Ksh 1,000
OR
- A group of students has developed a new phone application called "Sober App" that monitors drug and substance abuse. The App will be exhibited during the science fair.
Design a:- Trademark for the app measuring 8 cm x 10 cm in three colours.
- background theme for the App in not more than four colours measuring 20 cm x 30cm.
MARKING SCHEME
ALTERNATIVE A: DRAWING OR PAINTING
QUESTION 1 AND 2
- INTERPRETATION MARKS
- Relevance of subject matter to theme
[Crocodile pouncing on a catch/Freedom either animals, human forms, insects etc.] 06 - Appropriateness of mood/atmosphere (activity/pounce) 05 12
- Correct dimensions (measurements) 01
- Relevance of subject matter to theme
- COMPOSITION
- Appropriate use of space 06
- Appropriate format 02
- Use of principles (unity/rhythm/balance) 06 32
- Creativity/ Imagination/ Originality 10
- Focal point (dominance) 08
- FORM/STRUCTURE
- Definition of forms 08
- Capture of action 08
- Articulation of posture, features & objects 06 32
- Proportions of forms in relation to each other and whole 06
- Texture/pattern 04
- TONE/COLOUR
- Tonal value to create volume/depth 07 14
- Harmony/contrast 07
- WORMANSHIP
- Competency in the use of media 06 10
- Neatness/finish 04
SECTION B: GRAPHIC DESIGN
QUESTION 3 AND 4
- INTERPRETATION
- Subject matter: requirements, correct information Contents -
[poster on environment/trademark & background theme for phone app] 08 - Correct dimensions 02
- Appropriate format 02 20
- Understanding of graphic design process 08
- Subject matter: requirements, correct information Contents -
- COMPOSITION
- Layout of pictorial forms/letters 08
- Spacing of letters, words and lines 08
- Originality/creativity/imagination 10 32
- Rhythm/unity/balance 06
- FORM/STRUCTURE
- Definition of forms (pictorial/letters) 10
- Proportion of forms (pictorial/letters) in relation to each other and whole. 10 30
- Appropriateness of forms/ (pictorial/letters to function) 10
- COLOUR
- Appropriate colour 06
- Harmony/contrast 06 12
- WORKMANSHIP
- Precision 04
- Neatness/finish 02 06
TOTAL 100 MARKS
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