Art Criticism and Aesthetics Describe, Analyze, Interpret, Judge

Describe Describe the literal qualities. What is going on in the image? Explain details as if you were describing them to a blind person. Describe the Elements of Art and how they are used.

Analyze Determine the DESIGN QUALITIES by focusing on the relationship of the Principles and Elements Create a Design Chart to mark the relationships Critics may not select the same relationships, this enables more discussion about the work

Design Chart Color (Hue) (Intensity) Value Line Texture Shape/ Form Balance Emphasis Harmony/Unity Variety Gradation/ Pattern Movement/ Rhythm Proportion Color (Hue) (Intensity) Value Line Texture Shape/ Form Space Design Chart

Interpret Use description and analysis to identify the expressive qualities or the meaning, mood, or idea communicated to the viewer Interpretation will be personal. It will be interpreted in different ways by different people

Judge By making a judgment and defending that judgment with good reasons, you will demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of a work of art. Instead of “What do you think of the artwork?” it is “What is your judgment of the artwork?”