Using annotation
Artist Kate Powell explains how she uses annotation as a way to have a conversation with herself about her work, and as an analytical tool.
Annotations are written explanations or critical comments added to art or design work that record and communicate your thoughts.
There are several reasons annotation may be used, for example to:
- analyse the work of an inspirational artist or designer
- record a The method used to create something, eg cross-hatching is a technique used to create tone in a drawing.
- record ideas
- explain the thinking behind an idea
- analyse the success of a technique, idea or Arrangement of different elements within an artwork or design.
- explain how a particular artist or designer鈥檚 A distinctive type of interpretation in art or design. For example the Cubist style can be identified by fragmented, geometric appearance and use of multiple viewpoints. or technique has influenced your work
Annotations can be used for your own reference, eg to make a note of how you achieved a technique, or to record an idea you might like to try later.
They can also be used to communicate information to the examiner that will help explain your thoughts and decision-making processes.
Using annotations can demonstrate evidence of planning, decision-making and problem-solving ability, which will all contribute towards your assessment.
Question
Is annotation just there to communicate to the examiner?
Annotation is a useful way to explain your thoughts and decisions to the examiner, but it can also be used to make notes about what you were thinking, how you achieved a technique, what you might do later to expand on an idea or any other note to yourself that might be useful.
More guides on this topic
- Finding inspiration - AQA
- Responding to stimuli - AQA
- Analytical drawing - AQA
- Developing ideas - AQA
- Creating a design brief - AQA
- Experimenting with materials and techniques - AQA
- Recording and observing - AQA
- Analysing and evaluating - AQA
- Assessment objectives and presenting your work - AQA
- Externally set assessment - AQA