1. Art Criticism and Aesthetics
Describe, Analyze, Interpret, Judge

2. 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.

3. 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

4. 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

5. 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

6. 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?”