Visual Arts Grade 12 Term 4 November Past Papers and Memos
2018 to 202513 papers1 study file43 PDFsEnglish / Afrikaans
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This page has every Visual Arts Grade 12 Term 4 paper we have, from 2018 to 2025: 13 question papers and 8 memos in 43 PDFs. The papers were set by the national DBE. Files are in English and Afrikaans. The newest year is first. Each paper shows the first page of questions, its marks and time, and what the questions cover. Below the papers there is 1 file of Term 4 study material.
Q1The Voice of Emerging Artists'Rise and shine to dawn I wake20 marks
Q2Sanford Biggers is a contemporary African American artist who reflects on his African20 marks
Q3Recently on the Cape Flats, a Grade 3 learner wrote the following: 'One day, I am going20 marks
Q4In this photograph,Es ther Mahlangu20 marks
Q5FIGURE 5a: Claude Monet, The Waterlilies – the Clouds,20 marks
Q6Post-1994 Democratic Identity in South AfricaNosiviwe Matikinca, the winner of the 2023 SASOL New Signatures Art Competition,20 marks
Q7Gender Issues: Masculinity and FeminityIt is often said that beauty is in the eye of the20 marks
Q8Architecture in South AfricaFormer president Thabo Mbeki had a vision of the new Presidential Centre as a building20 marks
Instructions to candidates
This question paper consists of EIGHT questions.
Answer ANY FIVE questions for a total of 100 marks.
Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
Questions mainly appear on the le-fhant d pages, with visual sources on the right-hand pages.
Ensure that you refer to the visual sources reproduced in colour where required.
You MUST use your own studied artworks in the second part of each question. • You may NOT use artworks that appear in this question paper as your examples of studied artworks .You may, however, use other artworks by artists who appear in this question paper as
Name the artist and title of EACH artwork you discuss in your answers for the artwork you have studied.
Use full sentences and paragraphs according to the instructions of each question. Listing of facts/tables is NOT acceptable.
You must answer the questions in a holistic way. The bullets do not correspond to a specific mark, but should be used by ytou o guide your answers to the questions. Visual Arts/P1 3
When you are required to conduct an analysis, you have to give a detailed discussion that uses a selection of the following criteria: 2025 • Formal art elements, such as line, colour, texture, shape/form and tone • Composition, focal point and balance, etc. •
Ensure that you directly compare artworks if the question asks you to do so.
Time management and length of answers: • You should spend approximately 36 minutes per question on your selected FIVE questions. • Use the following as a guideline to the length of your answer. Note the mark allocation. o 6–8 marks: a minimum of ½ –¾ page o 10
Write neatly and legibly.
November 2025 Paper 2 (National DBE)
Visual Arts Grade 12 November 2025 Paper 2 (National DBE) question paper
Q1The Voice of Emerging ArtistsGustave Courbet (FIGURE 1a), a French painter who led the Realism Movement,20 marks
Q2The Sapo Mask (FIGURE 2a) was used to disguise the identities of the performers so20 marks
Q3'My drawings and paintings were done as an act of protest; I was trying to convince the20 marks
Q4Art, Craft and Spiritual Works Mainly From RuralIn rural areas in South Africa, many young boys herd cattle.20 marks
Q5During his lifetime, Rembrandt created a series of self-portraits that depicted the signs20 marks
Q6Post-1994 Democratic Identity in South AfricaIn an exhibition called uBuhle boKhokho (Beauty of our Ancestors), Zizipho Poswa20 marks
Q7Gender Issues: Masculinity and FemininityAmerican actor and singer, Billy Porter (FIGURE 7b), turned heads when he arrived20 marks
Q8Architecture in South Africa'The house should be a machine for living in.'20 marks
Instructions to candidates
This question paper consists of EIGHT questions.
Answer any FIVE questions for a total of 100 marks.
Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
Questions appear on the left-hand pages, with visual sources on the right- hand pages.
Ensure that you refer to the visual sources reproduced in colour where required.
You MUST use your own studied artworks in the second part of each question. You may NOT use artworks that appear in this question paper as your examples of studied artworks. You may NOT repeat the same studied artworks in different questions.
Name the artist and title of EACH artwork you discuss in your answers for the artwork you have studied. Underline the title of an artwork or the name of a building/structure.
Use full sentences and paragraphs. Listing of facts/tables is NOT acceptable.
You must answer the questions in a holistic way. The bullets do not correspond to a specific mark, but should be used by you to guide your answers to the questions.
When you are required to conduct an analysis, you must give a detailed discussion that uses a selection of the following criteria: Formal elements of art, such as line, colour, texture, shape/form and tone Composition, focal point and balance, etc. Style
If a comparison is required and there is NO comparison in the answer, you will be penalised.
Time management and length of answers: You should spend approximately 36 minutes per question on the selected FIVE questions. Use the following as a guideline to the length of your answers. Note the mark allocation. o 6–8 marks: a minimum of ½ –¾ page o 10
Write neatly and legibly. Nov
November 2024 Paper 2 (National DBE)
Visual Arts Grade 12 November 2024 Paper 2 (National DBE) question paper
Q1The Voice of Emerging ArtistsThe paintings by Impressionist artist Pierre-Auguste Renoir (FIGURE 1a) and the20 marks
Q2The artist, Lina Iris Viktor, was born in Europe. Her parents were from Liberia in West20 marks
Q3Poverty is a sociopolitical concern across the world. People experience hunger, limited20 marks
Q4Art, Craft and Spiritual Works Mainly From RuralSamuel Makoanyane documented traditional musicians from Lesotho, while20 marks
Q5Artists at different times transformed unusual, non-art materials into art. The artworks20 marks
Q6Post-1994 Democratic Identity in South AfricaWe constantly search to define who we are as South Africans. Our identity is shaped20 marks
Q7Gender Issues: Masculinity and FemininityToxic masculinity refers to a misguided idea of 'manliness' that is defined by20 marks
Q8Architecture in South AfricaThe Garden Café in FIGURE 8a is inspired by the huts (mat houses) of the Khoisan,20 marks
Instructions to candidates
This question paper consists of EIGHT questions.
Answer ANY FIVE questions for a total of 100 marks.
Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
Questions appear on the left-hand pages, with visual sources on the right- hand pages.
Ensure that you refer to the visual sources reproduced in colour where required.
You MUST use your own studied artworks in the second part of each question. You may NOT use artworks that appear in this question paper as your examples of studied artworks. You may NOT repeat the same studied artworks in different questions.
Name the artist and title of EACH artwork you discuss in your answers for the artwork you have studied. Underline the title of an artwork or the name of a building/structure.
Write in a clear, creative and structured manner, using full sentences and paragraphs according to the instructions of each question. Listing of facts/tables is NOT acceptable.
Time management and length of answers: You should spend approximately 36 minutes per question on your selected FIVE questions. Use the following as a guideline to the length of your answer. Note the mark allocation. o 6–8 marks: a minimum of ½–¾ page o 10–
Write neatly and legibly. Visual Arts/P1 3
November 2023 Paper 2 (National DBE)
Visual Arts Grade 12 November 2023 Paper 2 (National DBE) question paper
Q1The Voice of Emerging ArtistsArtists do more than just reflect the times. They portray the many different activities of20 marks
Q2Tamar Mason has created a South African landscape showing influences from our20 marks
Q3Artists use art as a means of commentary and reflection on sociopolitical issues.20 marks
Q4Art, Craft and Spiritual Works Mainly From RuralArtworks give us a glimpse into the lives of others.20 marks
Q5Art is often evaluated with the use of traditional methods and materials. Contemporary20 marks
Q6Post-1994 Democratic Identity in South Africa6.1 Fadiel Hermans makes use of powerful historical and fictional characters.20 marks
Q7Gender Issues: Masculinity and FemininityLittle boxes on the hillside20 marks
Q8Architecture in South AfricaTraditionally homes were built entirely by hand. With the advancement of technology,20 marks
Instructions to candidates
This question paper consists of EIGHT questions.
Answer any FIVE questions for a total of 100 marks.
Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
Questions appear on the left-hand pages, with visual sources on the right- hand pages.
Ensure that you refer to the visual sources reproduced in colour where required.
Information discussed in one answer will NOT be credited if repeated in other answers. Cross-referencing of artworks is permissible.
Name the artist and title of EACH artwork you discuss in your answers. Underline the title of an artwork or the name of a building.
Candidates may NOT discuss artworks that have already been used in other questions.
Write in a clear, creative and structured manner, using full sentences and paragraphs according to the instructions of each question. Listing of facts/tables is NOT acceptable.
Use the following as a guideline to the length of your answer. Note the mark allocation. 6–8 marks: a minimum of ½–¾ page 10–14 marks: a minimum of 1–1½ page(s) 20 marks: a minimum of 2 pages
Write neatly and legibly. Visual Arts/P1 3
Visual Arts Grade 12 Term 4 2021 question papers and memos
November 2021 Paper 1 (National DBE)
Visual Arts Grade 12 November 2021 Paper 1 (National DBE) question paper
Q1The Voice of Emerging ArtistsPemba and Sibisi record the important role of the iSangoma as a traditional healer at20 marks
Q2Soccer is one of the most popular sports enjoyed by many throughout the world.20 marks
Q33.1 Compare any TWO artworks from FIGURES 3a, 3b and 3c by referring to the20 marks
Q4Art, Craft and Spiritual Works Mainly From RuralPrint works done by artists from rural areas often tell a story about community life.20 marks
Q5Multimedia and New Media – AlternativeFiona Kirkwood has a unique way of mixing unconventional materials to create a20 marks
Q6Post-1994 Democratic Identity in South AfricaWe live in a world where social media has a profound effect on the identity politics of20 marks
Q7Gender Issues: Masculinity and FemininityOver the past few weeks no fewer than 21 women and children have been murdered.20 marks
Q8Architecture in South AfricaArchitecture should be both in and out of the landscape.20 marks
Instructions to candidates
This question paper consists of EIGHT questions.
Answer any FIVE questions for a total of 100 marks.
Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
Questions appear on the left-hand pages, with visual sources on the right- hand pages.
Ensure that you refer to the visual sources reproduced in colour where required.
Information discussed in one answer will NOT be credited if repeated in other answers. Cross-referencing of artworks is permissible.
Name the artist and title of EACH artwork you discuss in your answers. Underline the title of an artwork or the name of a building/structure.
Candidates may NOT discuss images that have already been used in other questions.
Write in a clear, creative and structured manner, using full sentences and paragraphs according to the instructions of each question. Listing of facts/tables is NOT acceptable.
Use the following as a guideline to the length of your answer. Note the mark allocation. 6–8 marks: a minimum of ½–¾ page 10–14 marks: a minimum of 1–1½ page(s) 20 marks: a minimum of 2 pages
Write neatly and legibly. Visual Arts/P1 3
November 2021 Paper 2 (National DBE)
Visual Arts Grade 12 November 2021 Paper 2 (National DBE) question paper
Q1The Voice of Emerging Artists1.1 Discuss the differences in FIGURE 1a and FIGURE 1b.20 marks
Q2Olaf Hajek, a German artist, is influenced by his travels to South Africa. He uses his20 marks
Q3Often artists, who are moved emotionally by an event, feel the need to document these20 marks
Q4Art, Craft and Spiritual Works Mainly From Rural4.1 Choose FIGURE 4a OR FIGURE 4b and write a paragraph using the12 marks
Q5Multimedia and New Media – AlternativeFences, boundaries, barriers, walls, borders and obstacles limit our freedom of20 marks
Q6Post-1994 Democratic Identity in South AfricaFIGURE 6a and 6b are two scenes from the William Kentridge film, More Sweetly Play20 marks
Q7Gender Issues: Masculinity and FemininityOsborne Macharia, a Kenyan photographer, created a series of photographs called 'All20 marks
Q8Architecture in South AfricaThe Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (Zeitz MOCAA) was constructed at the20 marks
Instructions to candidates
This question paper consists of EIGHT questions.
Answer any FIVE questions for a total of 100 marks.
Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
Questions appear on the left-hand pages, with visual sources on the right- hand pages.
Ensure that you refer to the visual sources reproduced in colour where required.
Information discussed in one answer will NOT be credited if repeated in other answers. Cross-referencing of artworks is permissible.
Name the artist and title of EACH artwork you discuss in your answers. Underline the title of an artwork or the name of a building.
Candidates may NOT discuss images that have already been used in other questions.
Write in a clear, creative and structured manner, using full sentences and paragraphs according to the instructions of each question. Listing of facts/tables is NOT acceptable.
Use the following as a guideline to the length of your answer. Note the mark allocation. 6–8 marks: a minimum of ½–¾ page 10–14 marks: a minimum of 1–1½ page(s) 20 marks: a minimum of 2 pages
Write neatly and legibly. Visual Arts/P1 3
November 2020 Paper 2 (National DBE)
Visual Arts Grade 12 November 2020 Paper 2 (National DBE) question paper
Q1The Voice of Emerging ArtistsGeorge Pemba and Tony Gum use a narrative (story-telling) approach in their works to20 marks
Q2A search for true identity is when a person or an ars ltookist iing for his/her cultural20 marks
Q33.1 Both images represent the injustices of the world.20 marks
Q4Art, Craft and Spiritual Works Mainly From RuralArdmore is a cermaic studio in KwaZul-uNatal. Their creations focus on telling the20 marks
Q5In FIGURE 5a Ath-iPatra Ruga draws inspiration from the fashion world and portray s20 marks
Q6Post-1994 Democratic Identity in South AfricaArtists in post-1994 democratic South Africa question their identity and her itage.20 marks
Q7Gender Issues: Masculinity and FemininityEven in today's society that supports gender equality, a woman's accomplishm en ts20 marks
Q8Architecture in South AfricaI have always appreciated those who dare to ex with mperimateerntials and20 marks
Instructions to candidates
This question paper consists of EIGHT questions.
Answer any FIVE questions for a total of 100 marks.
Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
Questions appear on the le-fthand pages, with visual sources on the rig-ht hand pages.
Ensure that you refer to the vis ualsources reproduced in colour where required.
Information discussed in one answer will NOTbe c redited if repeated in other answers. Cross-referencing of artworks is permissible.
Name the artist and title of EAC artHwork you discuss in your answers. Underline the title of an artwork or the name of a building.
Candidates may NOT discuss images that have already been used in other questions.
Write in a clear, creative and structured manner, using full sentences and paragraphs according to the instructions of eachues qtion. Listing of facts/tables is NOT acceptable.
Use the following as a guideline to the length of your answer N.ote the mark allocation. • 6–8 marks: a minimum of ½–¾ page (paragraph) • 10–14 marks: a minimum of 1–1½ page(s) (short essay) • 20 marks: a minimum of 2 pages (essay)
Write neatly and legibly. Visual Arts/P1 3
November 2018 Paper 2 (National DBE)
Visual Arts Grade 12 November 2018 Paper 2 (National DBE) question paper
