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Portfolio Guidance

AP 2-D Art and Design - portfolio-based assessment, no written exam

AP 2-D Art and Design has no written exam. Assessment is entirely portfolio-based.

Sustained Investigation — 15 works

A series of works demonstrating an inquiry-driven investigation through practice, experimentation, and revision. Students submit 15 digital images with written evidence explaining their inquiry and process.

Selected Works — 5 works

Five works selected from the Sustained Investigation or created independently, demonstrating the student's strongest skills. Physical works are mailed to College Board; digital images submitted online.