Question 4
Using the half-drop repeat pattern, make a suitable design for a fabric to be used by children in the orphanage.
Colours: Not more than three.
Size: 25cm by 18cm.
Observation
The question was impressively and massively attempted. Candidates performance for this question was good. The candidates were expected to answer in the following way:
A. LAYOUT
1. PLANNING
(i) Ability to create designs on fabric to be used by children in an orphanage.
(ii) Evidence to show half-drop repeat pattern.
2. COMPOSITION
(i) Appropriate arrangements of all elements.
(ii) Judicious use of space to size specification (25cm by 18cm).
B. TECHNICAL PROFICIENCY
(i) Ability to produce a suitable fabric design for children in an orphanage.
(ii) Ability to depict half-drop repeat pattern.
(iii) Proper use of materials and instruments.
C. COLOUR
(i) Choice of harmonious and contrasting colours.
(ii) Suitable application and distribution of colours.
D. SUITABILITY
(i) Ability to produce suitable fabric design to be used by children in an orphanage.
E. ORIGINALITY
(i) Evidence of individual creativity.