Art kids, I need your help! I'm taking AP Art next year and I'm a bit confused about how the scoring works since it's portfolio-based. Can someone explain the process? How do you even study for this?
Absolutely, happy to clarify this for you! AP Studio Art isn't like your typical AP exam with multiple-choice questions and essays. Instead, you submit a portfolio for evaluation. The portfolio consists of three sections: Quality, Concentration, and Breadth. Each section is scored separately, and the scores are then combined to give a final AP score from 1 to 5.
For the Quality section, you send in actual works of art that demonstrate your technical skills and ability to work with different media. The Concentration section is a series of pieces that express a single idea or theme. Breadth showcases a variety of concepts and approaches.
As for studying, you'll be working on your portfolio pieces throughout the year, so practice and refinement of your art are key. Regular critiques with your teacher and peers will be invaluable. Good luck, and enjoy the process of creating your portfolio!
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