Still life exam - Leaving cert.

Leaving Certificate Art Higher Level Still Life Total  - Marks 100
Materials may include a wide variety of papers and media such as pencil, graphite, charcoal, ink and brush, crayons, paint, conté, etc. The combining of various media and materials is acceptable.
A	Interpretation	20	The degree to which the candidate visualises and conveys the essence of the descriptive passage based on its sense and meaning in the design of an Imaginative Composition or Still Life arrangement. Refer to • the candidate’s statement • relevance to the descriptive passage.
B	Composition	20	The degree to which the candidate composes and organises two-dimensional space. Refer to • arrangement of the elements in a personal, well-balanced harmonious Imag Comp or Still Life composition. • organisational art elements: positive and negative space, balance, tension, contrast, scale etc. • the translation of the candidate’s interpretation to a 2D representation on the A2 sheet in keeping with descriptive passage.
C	Art Elements	20	The degree to which the candidate utilises art elements to create an individual interpretation and expressive response to the chosen question. Refer to • employment of art elements: line, tone, shape, form, texture, colour • where intended, the manner in which the 2D representation suggests 3D solidity by using any medium or technique (or combination), including line.
D	Personal Creative Response	20	The degree to which the candidate makes a unique and personal response to the question Refer to • the candidate’s individual style in the use of media and materials in response to the chosen question relating to the descriptive passage. • media, style and expressive elements.
E	The Finished Work	20	The degree to which the candidate demonstrates proficiency in the technical and compositional elements employed Refer to • technical skills • skills in relation to realising intentions • overall impact of the finished piece