40–40% of the AP exam. Key topics: Selecting five finished artworks that demonstrate skillful synthesis of materials, processes, and ideas, Photographing each work from two meaningful angles or viewpoints (5 works × 2 views = 10 images total), Second view requirements: must show a different angle or a meaningful detail — not a near-duplicate of the first view, Per-work written commentary: identifying materials, processes, and ideas (spelling/grammar not evaluated; clarity is), Holistic scoring rubric 1–5: score reflects preponderance of evidence across all five works, Criterion A — Art/Design Skills: rudimentary (2) through advanced/highly developed (5), Criterion B — Materials, Processes, Ideas Synthesis: the distinction between score 4 (clearly evident relationship) and score 5 (fully integrated, inseparable whole), Criterion C — Written Identification: identifying materials, processes, and ideas at scores 3–5, Works may originate from the Sustained Investigation or be entirely independent pieces, Coherence across five works: holistic scoring rewards conceptual and visual consistency across the full set, Photography for 3-D work: three-point lighting, non-cluttered backgrounds, shadows that reveal form and volume, Acceptable media: sculpture, ceramics, metalwork, fiber/fabric arts, assemblage, installation, glasswork, jewelry, architectural models, bookmaking, game design mock-ups.
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