Art-Making Inquiries Portfolio Overview (DOCX) – IB DP Visual Arts

Editable overview to support student clarity, teacher planning, and portfolio submission success.

This editable one-page document provides a clear and concise overview of the Art-Making Inquiries Portfolio (AIP) for the updated IB Diploma Programme Visual Arts course (first assessment 2027). Designed for both SL and HL, it summarises the purpose, assessment criteria, submission format, and evidence expectations in straightforward, student-friendly language.

With an integrated student checklist, this resource helps learners track their progress, meet formal requirements, and avoid last-minute mistakes during submission.

Key features:

Fully aligned with the new 2027 IB DP Visual Arts subject guide
Covers AIP weightings and formal requirements for SL and HL
Breaks down assessment criteria, focus areas, and evidence types
Includes a checklist for self-review prior to submission
Editable format for easy customisation
Uses British English spelling and phrasing
What’s included:

Art-Making Inquiries Portfolio Overview (DOCX, 1 page)
Includes:
• Purpose and grade weighting for SL and HL
• Submission format (PDF file, word count, visual and written evidence)
• Assessment criteria overview with objectives and examples of acceptable evidence
• Pre-submission checklist for student accountability
Ideal for:

Student handouts and sketchbook inserts
First-day course introductions
Mid-course check-ins and teacher-student conferences
Parent meetings or internal IB presentations
Planning internal deadlines and monitoring submission readiness
Why teachers use it:

Promotes student understanding of assessment expectations
Saves time answering repeated questions
Supports alignment across Visual Arts teaching teams
Editable format allows easy integration with existing course materials
File format:

Editable Word Document (DOCX, A4 and Letter compatible)
Important note:
This is a teacher-created support resource for the IB DP Visual Arts 2027 course. It is not an official IB publication. Teachers should always consult the most recent IB subject guide and TSM for formal updates and requirements.