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

Clarify expectations and support student success in the AIP component.

This one-page overview is a clear, student-friendly summary of the Art-Making Inquiries Portfolio (AIP) requirements for the updated IB DP Visual Arts course (first assessment 2027). It breaks down the purpose, assessment weightings, submission requirements, and criteria for both Standard Level (SL) and Higher Level (HL), making it an ideal reference tool from the start of the course through final submission.

The resource also includes a practical student checklist to ensure all formal and conceptual elements are addressed before submission.

Key features:

Fully aligned with the 2027 IB DP Visual Arts subject guide
Covers both SL and HL AIP requirements
Summarises assessment criteria and objectives in accessible language
Includes submission format, screen/word limits, and evidence types
Student checklist for clarity and accountability
British English spelling and phrasing
What’s included:

Art-Making Inquiries Portfolio Overview (PDF, 1 page)
Includes:
• Weightings and submission breakdown
• Criterion focus areas and assessment objectives
• Clear examples of acceptable evidence
• A pre-submission student checklist
Ideal for:

Introducing the AIP at the start of the course
Student handouts and sketchbook inserts
Internal deadlines and check-in sessions
Parent information meetings
Submission prep and moderation discussions
Why teachers use it:

Provides a simple, one-page overview that demystifies a complex assessment
Helps students take ownership of their portfolio development
Reduces repeated questions and ensures consistent expectations across the cohort
File format:

Non-editable PDF (A4 and Letter compatible)
Important note:
This is a teacher-created resource designed to support the IB DP Visual Arts 2027 course. It is not an official IB publication. Always refer to the current IB subject guide and teacher support materials for assessment and submission policies.