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IB DPVA - Comparative Study

Students analyse and compare different artworks by at least two artists. This independent critical and contextual investigation can explore artworks, objects and artifacts from differing cultural contexts.

Criterion A: Analysis of Formal Qualities

Pages from three HL students' comparative studies

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Criterion B: Analysis of Function and Purpose

Criterion C: Analysis & Evaluation of Cultural Significance

Pages from three HL students' comparative studies

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Criterion D: Making Comparisons & Connections

Pages from three HL students' comparative studies

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Criterion F: Making Connections to Own Work

Pages from five HL students' comparative studies

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