Visual Arts Art criticism and art history General Instructions Reading time~5 minutes © Working time - 1% hours © Write using black or blue pen © Write your student number and/or name at the top of every page © A Plates Booklet is provided with this paper 2016 Higher School Certificate Preliminary Examination Total marks — 50 Section I~ Pages 2-12 25 marks ‘© Attempt Questions 1-3 * Allow about 45 minutes for this section Section II ~ Pages 13-14 25 marks ‘+ Attempt ONE question from Questions 4~9 * Allow about 45 minutes for this section This paper MUST NOT be removed from the examination roomSection I 25 marks Attempt Questions 1-3 Allow about 45 minutes for this section Allow about 8 minutes for Question 1 Allow about 16 minutes for Question 2 Allow about 21 minutes for Question 3 Answer the questions in the spaces provided. These spaces provide guidance for the expected length of response. Extra writing space is provided on pages 1] and 12. If you use this space, clearly indicate which question you are answering. ‘Your answer will be assessed on how well you: + write in a concise and well-reasoned way + present an informed point of view * use the plates and any other source material provided to inform your response ‘Question 1 (5 marks) Refer to Plates 1 and 2 on page 1 of the Plates Booklet to answer Question 1. Discuss the ways in which Chiharu Shiota’s work Jn Silence might challenge an audience. Question 1 continues on page 3Question 1 (continued) End of Question 1Question 2 (8 marks) Refer to Plates 3 and 4 on page 2 of the Plates Booklet to answer Question 2. Explain how the artworks by Julie Rrap and Kathe Kollwitz address social issues. ‘Question 2 continues on page 5 aneQuestion 2 (continued) Question 2 continues on page 6Question 2 (continued) End Question 2Question 3 (12 marks) Refer to Plates 5 — 8 on pages 3 and 4 of the Plates Booklet to answer Question 3. ‘Analyse the ways in which the practice of Jeff Koons questions traditional ideas about artmaking. Question 3 continues on page 8Question 3 (continued) Question 3 continues on page 9Question 3 (continued) Question 3 continues on page 10Question 3 (continued) End Question 3Section I extra writing space If you use this space, clearly indicate which question you are answering. iSection I extra writing space If you use this space, clearly indieate which question you are answering. 122016 pretmunary EXAMINATION Visual Arts Art criticism and art history Section IL 25 marks Attempt ONE Question from questions 4— 9 Allow about 45 minutes for this section Answer the question in the Section I Writing Booklet. ‘Your answer will be assessed on how well you: * present a well-reasoned and informed point of view + apply your understanding of the different aspects of contents as appropriate (Practice, Conceptual Framework and the Frames0 ‘* use relevant examples Practice Question 4 (25 marks) Examine how the practice of artists can be a reflection of their beliefs and values. OR Question 5 (25 marks) An artists’ decision to employ a mode of representation can be equally important as the choice of methods and materials. Explain how these choices are evident in the practice of a range of artists. OR Please turn over 13Conceptual Framework Question 6 (25 marks) Artists can use their artworks as a powerful lens on the world of everyday living. Explore this statement with reference to a range of artists. OR Question 7 (25 marks) Discuss the ways in which artists can use their artworks to create a dynamic and active dialogue with an audience. OR Frames Question 8 (25 marks) Investigate the various means used by artists to communicate meaning in their artworks. Refer to a range of artists and their works. OR Question 9 (25 marks) A picture is nothing but a bridge between the soul of the artist and that of the spectators. Bugene Delacroix ‘Examine a range of artworks that communicate the deeply felt experiences of artists. End of paper 142016 preuininary EXAMINATION STUDENT NUMBER SINGLETON HIGH SCHOOL Question Number Visual Arts Art criticism and art history Section I] Writing Booklet Instructions © Use this writing booklet for Section Il ONLY * Answer ONE question from Section II ONLY * Write the Question Number in the box above * Ifyouneed more space, ask the supervisor for an extra writing booklet « Write the number of this booklet and the total number of book lets you have used aa for this questionMeIf you require more space to answer the Section II question, you may ask for an extra writing booklet, If you have used an extra writing booklet for Section Il, tick here.