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Section I
The student works displayed on this page are examples of works submitted for this section by students in June 2004.
All of the samples here were chosen because they clearly represent different points on the scoring scale for Section I, Quality. In the course of the AP evaluation, each section of the portfolio is scored on a six-point scale. Once the evaluation is complete, the various scores assigned to each student's portfolio are combined and transformed into the final AP grade of 1-5. The requirement for Section I of all three Studio Art portfolios is five pieces. For 3-D Design, two slides of each piece are submitted. Each group of five works (10 images) is accompanied by a brief rationale for the scores awarded to the works. We greatly appreciate the generosity of the students who have agreed to share their works in this way.
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Portfolio 1: Elizabeth White, Breck School, Minneapolis
Score 6
The ceramic work in this portfolio shows successful engagement with the elements and principles of 3-D design. The use of clay is sensitive and engaging, and shows intentional and obvious decision-making. The student's voice is very strong in this work, showing a well-developed style. The student has demonstrated a very clear understanding of the principles of rhythm and proportion in a way that makes this work visually engaging.
* Important Note:
The numbers of the slides run from top left to bottom right.
1a. 5 x 8 x 8, ceramic
1b. 5 x 8 x 8, ceramic
2a. 7.5 x 4 x 4 and 3 x 1.5 x 1.5, ceramic
2b. 7.5 x 4 x 4, ceramic
3a. 6.5 x 4 x 3.5, ceramic
3b. 6.5 x 4 x 3.5 , ceramic
4a. 20 x 18 x 18, ceramic
4b. 20 x 18 x 18, ceramic
5a. 7 x 12 x 3, ceramic
5b. 7 x 12 x 3, ceramic
Portfolio 2: Micah N. Milner, Harrison Center for the Visual and Performing Arts, Lakeland, Florida
Score 5
The work shows a strong understanding of the elements and principles of design. Fairly simple materials have been manipulated into intriguing and evocative forms. The work shows evidence of problem-solving, dealing with the principles of repetition, movement and variation. The work also demonstrates an understanding of emphasis and contrast. While most of the work is generally strong, the quality is inconsistent.
* Important Note:
The numbers of the slides run from top left to bottom right.
1a. 18 x 8 x 7, cardboard
1b. 18 x 8 x 7, cardboard
2a. 20 x 15 x 13, mixed media
2b. 20 x 15 x 13, mixed media
3a. 8 x 5 x 1, mixed media
3b. 8 x 5 x 1, mixed media
4a. 13 x 13 x 13, mixed media
4b. 13 x 13 x 13, mixed media
5a. 40 x 15 x 15, cardboard
5b. 40 x 15 x 15, cardboard
Portfolio 3: Andrea Hall, Sentinel Secondary School; West Vancouver, British Columbia
Score 4
The student has successfully engaged the materials in an imaginative manner. There is a definite sense of direction. There is a purposeful engagement with the third dimension. There is success with technical aspects. The concepts are legible, and the forms demonstrate success with the third dimension. The works of art deal with interior spaces and the texture of surfaces. Quality is good in most pieces.
* Important Note:
The numbers of the slides run from top left to bottom right.
1a. 12 x 11 x 5, clay and wash
1b. 12 x 11 x 5, clay and wash
2a. 7 x 10 x 6, paper
2b. 7 x 10 x 6, paper
3a. 3 x 8 x 5, tense clay hand
3b. 3 x 8 x 5, tense clay hand
4a. 7 x 5 x 5, jute and thread
4b. 7 x 5 x 5, jute and thread
5a. 32 x 68 x 22, cheese cloth
5b. 32 x 68 x 22, cheese cloth
Portfolio 4: Oscar P. Calvo, Design and Architecture Senior High School, Miami
Score: 3
The student has demonstrated ability to work with materials to achieve tangible structures that answer to the principles and elements of art. There is erratic technique with limited success. The concepts are legible, but the ideas are not fully resolved. There is a limited engagement with the third dimension. Quality is moderate to good with most pieces. The principle of interior space is addressed to a moderate degree of success.
* Important Note:
The numbers of the slides run from top left to bottom right.
1a. 24 x 8 x 8 1/2, mixed media
1b. 24 x 8 x 8 1/2, mixed media
2a. 16 x 7 x 18 1/2, foam board and tissue
2b. 16 x 7 x 18 1/2, foam board and tissue
3a. 14 x 3 1/2 x 3, clay
3b. 14 x 3 1/2 x 3, clay
4a. 14 x 4 1/2 x 14, wood and graphics
4b. 14 x 4 1/2 x 14, wood and graphics
5a. 30 x 32 x 72, wood and Plexiglas
5b. 30 x 32 x 72, wood and Plexiglas
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