Summary

• Description:

  The PDF document comprises CEKENAS Art & Design Paper 1 2026 Pre-Mock Exam with Marking Scheme. The marking scheme is in a different document.

  It was a CEKENAS Form 4 Art and Design Paper 1 theory examination assessing foundational principles, art history, studio techniques, and visual literacy. This paper is structured to enhance candidate preparedness for the KCSE national exam, available for instant PDF download with marking scheme answers.

  • Month Administered: March/April 2026
  • Duration: 2 Hours
  • Total Marks: 60 Marks
  • Number of Questions: 9 (Questions 1–9)
  • Structure: Section A (20 marks, compulsory Question 1), Section B (25 marks, compulsory Questions 2–6), and Section C (15 marks, choice of one question from 7–9).

  It covers the following topics:

  • Section A
    • Perspective drawing principles (Parallel perspective)
    • General art theory (Value of art education, canvas priming function, chiaroscuro technique)
    • Visual communication (Warning signage interpretation and application)
    • Fabric decoration (Batik process and T-jap tool functionality)
    • Picture making methods (Mosaic vs. collage comparison, intaglio printing definition)
    • Sculptural art (Temporary sculpting materials and surface texturing methods)
  • Section B
    • Form and tonal shading (Creating 3D form effects)
    • Calligraphy and lettering design
    • Pottery and ceramics (Slip casting process, molds, and materials)
    • Weaving technology (Weaving defects identification and correction)
    • Pattern design (Creating inverse repeat motifs)
  • Section C
    • Ceramic techniques (Importance of firing, decorative methods such as incising, excising, piercing, and wheel throwing)
    • Sculptural design (3D metal sculpture analysis, papier-mâché process)
    • Advanced perspective (Three-point perspective worm's-eye view drawing)
• Length:

  12 pages
• Category:

  Mock Past Papers
• Level:

  Form 4
• Subject:

  ART AND DESIGN
• Posted By:

  Caleb_Peter

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