2. Programme
• Briefing on assessment requirements, marking criteria and
general performance on Paper 1
• Briefing on assessment requirements, marking criteria and
general performance on Paper 2
• Q & A
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4. Briefing on assessment requirements, marking criteria
and general performance of Candidates on Paper 1
Assessment requirements
Part A (20 marks)
With regard to the artwork provided, candidates are assessed on
whether they can provide:
1. precise detail in description
2. a reasonable depth of analysis
3. an in-depth interpretation and evaluation from varied perspectives
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6. Part B(80 marks)
Candidates are assessed on their ability to select and
manipulate visual language, media, materials, tools and
techniques appropriate for the creative expression,
communication of a theme or solving a particular problem.
Create a piece of two-dimensional artwork using any
medium, form, style and technique to present a theme.
Creative briefs such as notes, sketches and layouts that you
produce for the examination should be written/drawn on the
white bond paper provided. The white bond paper may be
submitted along with the finished work to explain your
artwork. This section carries 80 marks.
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7. General Marking Criteria
With reference to the application of the visual element, the
articulation of art media, the technique, the visual effect and
visual communication; evaluate the candidates’ ability to:
1. present the theme in a personal and creative way
2. select means of visual self-expression and determine the
most appropriate method of communicating an idea, a
thought, a feeling, a sentiment, etc.
3. demonstrate competence in dealing with visual elements
4. select and apply appropriate medium, techniques and
processes in the execution and production of a painting.
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9. (A) Describe, analyse and compare the forms and expressions of
Plate (1a) and Plate (1b); interpret and evaluate these works.
(20 marks)
Paper One, Question 1
Plate (1a) Mark Bradford. Sample 2. 2015. Mixed
media on canvas, 157.5 x 121.9 cm.
Plate (1b) Beatriz Milhazes. O Beijo. 1995. Acrylic
on canvas, 192 x 300 cm.
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10. There are no model answers for questions requiring comparison
and contrast, analysis, and interpretation. Responses were
judged on the basis of viewpoints provided and communication
of:
1. Literal Description
Precise detail in description
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11. 2. Formal Analysis
A reasonable depth of analysis on the aspects of
• idea and the theme
• characteristics of the two media
• different approaches of art-making
3. Interpretation of Meaning
An in-depth interpretation from varied perspectives
4. Value Judgment
An in-depth evaluation from varied perspectives
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12. B. Create a piece of two-dimensional work based on the theme
“Spicy Hot Straight Lines are Spinning”.
(80 marks)
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1. Selection and Use of Materials & Techniques
2. Selection and Use of Visual Elements and Principles of
Design
3. Creativity & Imagination
4. Communication of the Theme
13. General performance of candidates
(Paper 1, Question 1)
• 1% of the candidates attempted this question.
• The performance was poor in general.
• Some candidates painted in an abstract style, using lines
and swirling images to express the feeling of ‘hot’ and
‘spinning.
• Most candidates depicted lines to form a radiation effect.
However, some candidates were weak at expressing space,
resulting in flat and boring pictures.
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14. (A) Describe, analyse and compare the forms and expressions of
Plate (2a) and Plate (2b); interpret and evaluate these works.
(20 marks)
Paper One, Question 2
Plate (2a) Fernand Léger. La Grande Julie. 1945.
Oil on canvas, 111.8 x 127.3 cm.
Plate (2b) Frida Kahlo. El Pedregal. 1943. Oil on metal,
30.5 x 49.9 cm.
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15. There are no model answers for questions requiring comparison
and contrast, analysis, and interpretation. Responses were
judged on the basis of viewpoints provided and communication
of:
1. Literal Description
Precise detail in description
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16. 2. Formal Analysis
A reasonable depth of analysis on the aspects of
• idea and the theme
• characteristics of the two media
• different approaches of art-making
3. Interpretation of Meaning
An in-depth interpretation from varied perspectives
4. Value Judgment
An in-depth evaluation from varied perspectives
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17. (B) Create a piece of two-dimensional work based on the theme
“Human Body Merges with Digital World”.
(80 marks)
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1. Selection and Use of Materials & Techniques
2. Selection and Use of Visual Elements and Principles of
Design
3. Creativity & Imagination
4. Communication of the Theme
18. General performance of candidates
(Paper 1, Question 2)
• 28% of the candidates attempted this question.
• The performance was good in general.
• Most candidates used wires and electronic devices to convey
the digital world.
• Most candidates used a surrealistic style to present the
theme. Some candidates left out the element of ‘merges with’
and simply painted a scene without contextualization.
• The interpretation of the theme was flat and uninteresting. A
few candidates elaborated the scenery and provided the
work with good and meaningful details.
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19. (A) Describe, analyse and compare the forms and expressions of
Plate (3a) and Plate (3b); interpret and evaluate these works.
(20 marks)
Paper One, Question 3
Plate (3a) Erwin Wurm. Truck. 2005. Modified
truck residing on a wall, 385 x 455 x 205 cm.
Plate (3b) Gabriel Orozco. Ping Pond Table. 1998. Mixed
media, 76.2 x 426.1 x 426.1 cm.
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20. There are no model answers for questions requiring comparison
and contrast, analysis, and interpretation. Responses were
judged on the basis of viewpoints provided and communication
of:
1. Literal Description
Precise detail in description
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21. 2. Formal Analysis
A reasonable depth of analysis on the aspects of
• idea and the theme
• characteristics of the two media
• different approaches of art-making
3. Interpretation of Meaning
An in-depth interpretation from varied perspectives
4. Value Judgment
An in-depth evaluation from varied perspectives
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22. (B) Create a piece of two-dimensional work based on the theme
“Inside and Outside the Door(s)”. (80 marks)
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1. Selection and Use of Materials & Techniques
2. Selection and Use of Visual Elements and Principles of
Design
3. Creativity & Imagination
4. Communication of the Theme
23. General performance of candidates
(Paper 1, Question 3)
• 16% of the candidates attempted this question.
• The performance was good in general.
• Most candidates made the contrast between the inside and
outside of the door(s) in their work while presenting the
conflict between two scenes.
• Some candidates managed to creatively compose objects
from their surroundings and present the theme clearly.
• However, some candidates left out the elements of ‘in’ and
‘out’ but just painted the two spaces without further
interpretation.
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24. (A) Describe, analyse and compare the forms and expressions of
Plate (4a) and Plate (4b); interpret and evaluate these works.
(20 marks)
Paper One, Question 4
Plate (4a) Auguste Renoir. La Grenouillère. 1869.
Oil on canvas, 66 x 81 cm.
Plate (4b) Luis Chan (陳福善). In the Park. 1976. Ink
and colour on paper, 75 x 115 cm.
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25. There are no model answers for questions requiring comparison
and contrast, analysis, and interpretation. Responses were
judged on the basis of viewpoints provided and communication
of:
1. Literal Description
Precise detail in description
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26. 2. Formal Analysis
A reasonable depth of analysis on the aspects of
• idea and the theme
• characteristics of the two media
• different approaches of art-making
3. Interpretation of Meaning
An in-depth interpretation from varied perspectives
4. Value Judgment
An in-depth evaluation from varied perspectives
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27. (B) Create a piece of two-dimensional work based on the theme
“Mountain Stream(s) under Moonlight”.
(80 marks)
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1. Selection and Use of Materials & Techniques
2. Selection and Use of Visual Elements and Principles of
Design
3. Creativity & Imagination
4. Communication of the Theme
28. General performance of candidates
(Paper 1, Question 4)
• 31% of the candidates attempted this question.
• The performance was satisfactory in general.
• Some candidates portrayed a night scene of nature directly
as the subject of ‘moonlight’.
• However, some candidates misunderstood the scene of a
‘mountain stream(s)’ and instead depicted lakes or seas,
resulting in misinterpretation.
• A small number of candidates provided elaborated scenery
to deliver an abundant and appealing content with great
significance.
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29. (A) Describe, analyse and compare the forms and expressions of
Plate (5a) and Plate (5b); interpret and evaluate these works.
(20 marks)
Paper One, Question 5
Plate (5a) Florine Stettheimer. Spring Sale at
Bendel’s. 1921. Oil on canvas, 127 x 101.6 cm.
Plate (5b) Unknown painter. Little Garden of Paradise.
ca 1410-1420. Tempera and oil on oak, 26 x 33 cm.
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30. There are no model answers for questions requiring comparison
and contrast, analysis, and interpretation. Responses were
judged on the basis of viewpoints provided and communication
of:
1. Literal Description
Precise detail in description
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31. 2. Formal Analysis
A reasonable depth of analysis on the aspects of
• idea and the theme
• characteristics of the two media
• different approaches of art-making
3. Interpretation of Meaning
An in-depth interpretation from varied perspectives
4. Value Judgment
An in-depth evaluation from varied perspectives
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32. (B) Create a piece of two-dimensional artwork based on the
theme “The Water Pipe(s) Suddenly Burst during the
Class!”.
(80 marks)
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1. Selection and Use of Materials & Techniques
2. Selection and Use of Visual Elements and Principles of
Design
3. Creativity & Imagination
4. Communication of the Theme
33. General performance of candidates
(Paper 1, Question 5)
• 24% of the candidates attempted this question.
• The performance was good in general.
• Most candidates depicted the moment of shock with regards
to water pipe(s) burst in the theme.
• Most candidates used a realistic style to present the theme.
A small number of candidates painted in a surrealistic style,
using sea creatures to express the feeling of ‘water pipe(s)
burst’.
• Some candidates left out the element of ‘suddenly’ and
simply painted a scene without contextualisation. The
interpretation of the theme was flat and lacked imagination.
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34. Overall performance in Paper 1
• Most candidates were able to seek out a variety of relevant foci
in literal description.
• Some candidates were able to connect different experiences
and feelings with the visual forms, providing multiple
interpretations of meaning towards the form of presentation.
• Some responded to one or two criteria related to the value
judgment of the designated artwork to judge the
appropriateness of the presentation.
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35. Overall performance in Paper 1
• Most candidates demonstrated a mastery of the materials and
skills appropriately in delivering the key messages of the
theme.
• They were able to express the key messages of the artwork by
visual languages. Most candidates demonstrated personality
traits with originality and by means of transference or
association.
• Some good artworks displayed the hidden meaning of the
given theme and reflected the understanding of the theme.
• However, some candidates answered the questions without
fully understanding the requirements and produced superficial
work.
• Candidates should read the instructions of the question
carefully
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37. Briefing on assessment requirements, marking
criteria and general performance of Candidates on
Paper 2
Assessment requirements
Part A (20 marks)
With regard to the artwork provided, candidates are assessed on
whether they can provide:
1. Precise detail in description
2. A reasonable depth of analysis
3. An in-depth interpretation and evaluation from varied perspectives
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39. Part B(80 marks)
Candidates are assessed on their ability to select and
manipulate visual language, media, materials, tools and
techniques appropriate for the creative expression,
communication of a theme or solving a particular problem.
Create a piece of design using any medium, form, style and
technique to present a design. Design briefs such as notes,
sketches and layouts that you produce for the examination
should be written/drawn on the white bond paper provided.
The white bond paper may be submitted along with the
finished work to explain your design work. This section
carries 80 marks.
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40. General Marking Criteria
With reference to the application of the visual element, the
articulation of art media, the technique, the visual effect and
visual communication; evaluate the candidates’ ability to:
1. present the theme in a personal and creative way
2. select means of visual self-expression and determine the
most appropriate method of communicating an idea, a
thought, a feeling, a sentiment, etc.
3. demonstrate competence in dealing with visual elements
4. select and apply appropriate medium, techniques and
processes in the execution and production of a painting.
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41. General marking guidelines:
With reference to the application of the visual element, the articulation of art media,
technique, visual effect, idea development and design principles, evaluate the candidates’
ability in the following areas:
1. Solving design problems
The extent to which the candidate successfully proposes feasible solutions for a given
problem, and is able to develop design concepts which convey the ideas of a theme.
2. Presenting ideas by using media, material and technique
The extent to which the candidate is able successfully to apply the appropriate media,
technique, and visual style to present the solution proposed.
3. Understanding and organization
The extent to which the candidate is able successfully to apply appropriate visual
elements such as colour, pattern, texture, shape, form; and design principles such as
contrast, rhythm, balance and emphasis.
4. Communication
The extent to which the candidate is able convincingly to convey a theme.
5. Meeting design requirements
The extent to which the candidate is able successfully to create a design that meets
specific size, measurement and other requirements of the question;
6. Demonstrating originality
The extent to which the candidate is able to successfully convey design ideas which are
original and creative.
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43. (A) Describe, analyse and compare Plate (1a) and Plate (1b) with respect
to the design concepts, structures, visual effects and communication
effects of the two designs; interpret and evaluate these works.
(20 marks)
Plate (1b) Burberry Prorsum Fall Winter 2011
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Paper Two, Question 1
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Plate (1a) Alessandro Michele. A Gucci Hallucination.
The Spring Summer 2018 Campaign Image Painting.
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There are no model answers for questions requiring comparison
and contrast, analysis, and interpretation. Responses were
judged on the basis of viewpoints provided and communication
of:
1. Literal Description
Precise detail in description
45. 2. Formal Analysis
A reasonable depth of analysis on the aspects of
• The usage of colour, shape, materials and structure of
the designs
• The relation between materials and structure selection
and product’s nature
3. Interpretation of Meaning
An in-depth interpretation from varied perspectives
4. Value Judgment
An in-depth evaluation from varied perspectives
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46. (B) Design A SET of mother-and-son outfits based on the theme
“Graceful and Naughty”. The age of the mother and son are
35 and 5 respectively.
EACH design item should have TWO 3-dimensional
renderings with an indication of the measurements and
materials used. ( 80 marks)
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47. General performance of candidates
(Paper 2, Question 1)
• 10% of the candidates attempted this question.
• The performance was very good in general.
• Some candidates demonstrated maturity in concept and
artful execution of their designs in dealing with the design.
• The best scripts conveyed a comprehensive consideration of
the idea development and showed good illustration skills.
• However, a small number of candidates’ works showed a
lack of understanding of the feature of mother-and-son outfits,
resulting in a failure to deliver the design of the outfit.
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48. (A) Describe, analyse and compare Plate (2a) and Plate (2b) with
respect to the design concepts, structures, visual effects and
communication effects of the two designs; interpret and
evaluate these works. (20 marks)
Plate (2a) Sou Fujimoto. NA House. Tokyo, Japan. Plate (2b) Matharoo Associates. Family House. Ahmedabad,
India.
Paper Two, Question 2
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49. There are no model answers for questions requiring comparison
and contrast, analysis, and interpretation. Responses were
judged on the basis of viewpoints provided and communication
of:
1. Literal Description
Precise detail in description
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50. 2. Formal Analysis
A reasonable depth of analysis on the aspects of
• The usage of colour, shape, materials and structure of
the designs
• The relation between materials and structure selection
and product’s nature
3. Interpretation of Meaning
An in-depth interpretation from varied perspectives
4. Value Judgment
An in-depth evaluation from varied perspectives
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51. (B) Design a bus stop for a Country Park based on the theme “Enjoy the
Outing”.
The design should:
include a bus stop sign
include a bus route map
accommodate no fewer than 10 people
provide shelter from the sun and rain
The design should include:
A swimsuit and a scarf
The design should have TWO 3-dimensional renderings with an
indication of the measurements and materials used.
(80 marks)
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52. General performance of candidates
(Paper 2, Question 2)
• 5% of the candidates attempted this question.
• The performance was fair general.
• The best scripts showed good illustration skills.
• However, some design works showed a lack of 3-dimensional
presentation skills, with messy arrangements of forms.
• Some candidates focused on the graphic design without
considering the conformation and the theme of the bus stop.
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53. (A) Describe, analyse and compare Plate (3a) and Plate (3b) with
respect to the design concepts, structure, visual effects and
communication effects of the two designs; interpret and
evaluate these works. (20 marks)
Plate (3a) NOSIGNER. Re-SOHKO Transform Box. Plate (3b) Marcel Wanders. Concertina Chair.
Paper Two, Question 3
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54. There are no model answers for questions requiring comparison
and contrast, analysis, and interpretation. Responses were
judged on the basis of viewpoints provided and communication
of:
1. Literal Description
Precise detail in description
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55. 2. Formal Analysis
A reasonable depth of analysis on the aspects of
• The usage of colour, shape, materials and structure of
the designs
• The relation between materials and structure selection
and product’s nature
3. Interpretation of Meaning
An in-depth interpretation from varied perspectives
4. Value Judgment
An in-depth evaluation from varied perspectives
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56. (B) Design a takeaway packaging for a fast food shop named “Tasty”
(好味). The packaging should carry the food as shown in Plate (3c.1),
Plate (3c.2) and Plate (3c.3) at the same time. Ease of carrying and
reducing the use of materials should be taken into consideration in
the design.
The design should have TWO 3-dimensional renderings with an
indication of the measurements and materials used. The placing of
all food should be shown in one of these 3-dimensional renderings.
(80 marks)
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Plate (3c.1)
A Slice of Pizza
Thickness: 2 cm
Plate (3c.2)
Potato Chips
Weight: 20 g
Plate (3c.3)
A Banana
Diameter: 4 cm
15 cm 15 cm
8 cm 10 cm
57. 1. Selection and Use of Materials & Techniques
2. Selection and Use of Visual Elements and Principles of
Design
3. Creativity & Imagination
4. Communication of the Theme
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58. General performance of candidates
(Paper 2, Question 3)
• 33% of the candidates attempted this question.
• The performance was good in general.
• Most candidates’ designs tended to be in the form of a box.
• Some candidates exhibited good illustration skills in
presenting the design effectively.
• A small number of candidates showed a lack of
understanding of the feature of the packaging, resulting in a
failure to deliver the protection of the food.
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59. (A) Describe, analyse and compare Plate (4a) and Plate (4b) with respect
to the design concepts, visual effects and communication effects of
the two designs; interpret and evaluate these works. (20 marks)
Plate (4a) Surfrider Foundation. Unfortunately the Beach
Doesn’t Clean Itself. Advertisement.
Plate (4b) German Foundation for Preservation of
Historic Monuments. Help to Keep Our Monuments
Fresh. Advertisement.
Paper Two, Question 4
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60. There are no model answers for questions requiring comparison
and contrast, analysis, and interpretation. Responses were
judged on the basis of viewpoints provided and communication
of:
1. Literal Description
Precise detail in description
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61. 2. Formal Analysis
A reasonable depth of analysis on the aspects of
• The usage of colour, shape and symbols, and
composition of the designs
• The relation between graphic and colour selection and
organization’s nature and image
3. Interpretation of Meaning
An in-depth interpretation from varied perspectives
4. Value Judgment
An in-depth evaluation from varied perspectives
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62. (B) Design a billboard on a multi-storey car park as shown in Plate
(4c) for “Earth Power” (地球力量) to appeal to the public to use
less plastics..
The design should include:
The name of the organisation (in Chinese, English or both Chinese
and English)
The design should be REDUCED to the measurements as shown in
Plate (4d).
(80 marks)
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Plate (4c) Multi-storey Car Park Billboard
Plate (4d) Measurements of the Design
45 cm
15 cm 15 cm 15 cm
5 cm
15 cm
63. 1. Selection and Use of Materials & Techniques
2. Selection and Use of Visual Elements and Principles of
Design
3. Creativity & Imagination
4. Communication of the Theme
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64. General performance of candidates
(Paper 2, Question 4)
• 37% of the candidates attempted this question.
• The performance was very good in general.
• Some candidates demonstrated maturity in concept and
artful execution of their design in dealing with the billboard
design with the image of environmental pollution.
• The best scripts conveyed a message of using less plastics
and showed good illustration skills.
• However, some candidates limited themselves to designing
the delicate graphics for the billboard without considering the
location to place the billboard or the design description in the
question.
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65. (A) Describe, analyse and compare Plate (5a) and Plate (5b) with
respect to the design concepts, structures, visual effects and
communication effects of the two designs; interpret and evaluate
these works. (20 marks)
Plate (5a) Marc André Robinson. T. The New York
Times Style Magazine Cover. Spring, 2009.
Plate (5b) Leung Tsz Fung (梁子峰). Five Elements
(五行). Typography.
Paper Two, Question 5
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66. There are no model answers for questions requiring comparison
and contrast, analysis, and interpretation. Responses were
judged on the basis of viewpoints provided and communication
of:
1. Literal Description
Precise detail in description
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67. 2. Formal Analysis
A reasonable depth of analysis on the aspects of
• The inter-relationships among the various visual
characteristics
• Differences in function
• The relation between materials and structure selection
and product’s nature
• Relation between the product and user
3. Interpretation of Meaning
An in-depth interpretation from varied perspectives
4. Value Judgment
An in-depth evaluation from varied perspectives
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68. (B) Create the COVER for a birthday card with TYPOGRAPHIC
DESIGN based on the theme “65th Birthday”.
The design should include:
65
Happy (快樂)(in Chinese, English or both Chinese and
English)
The measurements of the design should be 30 cm x 40 cm
(in horizontal or vertical orientation)
(80 marks)
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69. 1. Selection and Use of Materials & Techniques
2. Selection and Use of Visual Elements and Principles of
Design
3. Creativity & Imagination
4. Communication of the Theme
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70. General performance of candidates
(Paper 2, Question 5)
• 16% of the candidates attempted this question.
• The performance was very fair in general.
• Most candidates showed little deliberation regarding the
readability and legibility of the typography design.
• They also showed little concern for the kerning and tracking
letters. Some designs were overburdened with images,
resulting in a superficial illustration.
• A small number of candidates’ designs displayed the hidden
meaning of the birthday card. These candidates’ work
reflected better understanding of typography design.
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71. • Most candidates were able to seek out a variety of relevant
foci in literal description.
• They were able to provide interpretations of meaning towards
forms of expression from different perspectives, with some
providing certain interpretations of meaning and recognition of
embedded messages in the design of a particular context.
• Most candidates were able to connect different experiences
and feelings with the visual forms, despite not being able to
illustrate the relationship among the forms.
• Nevertheless, many candidates only responded to one or two
criteria related to the value judgement of the artwork without
judging the appropriateness of the design.
Overall performance in Paper 2
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72. • Some of the performances were outstanding. However, some
candidates rushed into the theme without having fully
understood the requirements of the question and produced
superficial work.
• Candidates should read the instructions of the question
carefully.
• Most candidates demonstrated mastery of the materials, skills
and visual elements in delivering the key messages of a given
theme.
• The best designs demonstrated candidates’ understanding of
design contents and consideration of these elements to
express a deeper and thoughtful message of the design.
• Some good designs displayed the hidden meaning of the
given theme and reflected a high quality of understanding of
the design.
Overall performance in Paper 2
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