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Section 1: Inquiry Question and Concept Exploration
Explanation of the guiding question or concept
Requirements: Inquiry statement (1 sentence), 1 Visual Evidence (your choice) and 100 words MAX
Students will: investigate ideas, themes, and contexts through inquiry and conceptual exploration. They will generate possible directions for their work through research and reflection
Possible Visual Evidence:
Brainstorming mind maps showing ideas related to the inquiry question.
Written explanations of the question and how it connects to themes or personal interests.
Mood boards or visual collages for thematic inspiration.
Initial sketches exploring different interpretations of the inquiry question.
Section 2: Connection
Cultural, historical, and artistic influences with critical evaluation.
Requirements: 2 Visual Evidence (one from each section - your choice) with citations and 100 words MAX
Students will: investigate the artistic, historical, and cultural contexts of their work and situate their practice in relation to other artists and global/personal influences.
Possible Visual Evidence:
Artist Connection Options:
Analysis of an artist's work with annotated visuals (artworks, techniques, and key elements).
Comparisons of styles, techniques, or concepts from multiple artists.
Photos or screenshots of museum visits, gallery visits, or virtual tours.
Written excerpts or notes explaining how an artist’s work influenced the student’s practice.
Personal Connection Options:
Photos of personal or cultural references (e.g., family, tradition, or travel).
Research images linking the artwork to global themes or historical movements.
Text and visuals showing how the piece reflects a social, political, or environmental issue.
Comparative visuals showing global vs. personal perspectives on the same topic.
Section 3: Investigate
Visual evidence of material tests, alternate compositions, sketches.
Requirements: 1 Visual Evidence (your choice) with any necessary citations and 100 words MAX
Students will: investigate materials, processes, and techniques to generate and refine ideas. Experimentation supports risk-taking and idea development.
Possible Visual Evidence:
Photos of material tests or swatches (e.g., paint, charcoal, digital tools).
Visual studies (e.g., the same subject rendered in different media).
Screenshots or videos of digital experimentation (e.g., layering in Photoshop).
Step-by-step images showing the progression of an experimental technique.
Section 4: Create
Visual documentation of steps of creation
Requirements: 3 Visual Evidence (your choice) and 100 words MAX
Students will: refine artistic decisions and problem-solve during the making process to resolve their final piece, aligning with their intention and inquiry.
Possible Visual Evidence:
Developmental sketches, thumbnails, or drafts for the final piece.
Work-in-progress photos of the artwork.
Alternate compositions or variations of the main idea.
Section 5: Final Artwork
Students will: resolve their artwork and curate final visual documentation for presentation and assessment.
Visual Requirements:
2D Work: 1 Image of Final Artwork
3D Work: 2 Images of Final Artwork (different angles)
Written Requirements:
Title: Title of Artwork
Size: width/height in cm
Date of Completion: Day-Month-Year
The Why: (one sentence of why you made this work)
Section 6: Communicate and Evaluation of Final Artwork
Requirements: 1 Screen (visual and written elements) with citations and 100 words MAX
Students will curate key details from their finished work and synthesize how visual choices support meaning and intention.
Possible Visual Evidence:
Close-up photos of details from the finished artwork.
A labeled diagram/annotation pointing out key elements and design principles.
Color swatches and explanations of their significance
Visual overlays or editing mockups showing potential future improvements.
Section 7: Reflection
Challenges, successes, and self-evaluation of how the artwork aligns with the inquiry question.
Requirements: 2 Pieces of Written OR Visual Evidence
Students will refine their thinking through self- and peer evaluation, and synthesize insights about their process, decisions, and meaning-making.
Possible Evidence:
Self Assessment Options:
Written self-assessment on what worked well and what didn’t.
A written evaluation of how the artwork achieved (or didn’t achieve) its goal.
Visuals annotated with callouts highlighting challenges or solutions.
Side-by-side comparisons of initial ideas and final outcomes.
Short videos or voice recordings explaining the process and learning journey.
A journal page showing how feedback informed revisions.
Peer Feedback Options:
Photos of peer critique sessions or annotated notes from feedback.
Screenshots of digital feedback (e.g., shared Google Docs or comments).
Group project images or documentation showing collaboration.
Add Citations for Any Images or Artists Used in That Section
Always include citations for any artist, artwork, or image that is not your own. It’s better to over-cite than under-cite in your Digital Art Journal (DAJ). This shows academic honesty and aligns with IB expectations.
If you used a link to find an image, paste the full URL here so you can easily go back and reference it again later, especially if you end up using it in your final submission. Keep your sources organized now to save yourself time and stress later.
Include citations directly below your visual evidence or in a small caption.
Keep a separate Citations or Sources section at the end of your DAJ for full references.
If you aren't sure, cite it anyway!