Choose ONE of the three photos to the right. Using the guide below, answer the questions for each step of art criticism. Each step should be 3-5 complete sentences. Step 1: Describe

Who is the artist and what is the title?

What medium(s) did the artist use?

What sort of artwork do you think this is?

What style do you think the artist primarily used?

What kind of objects do you see in the artwork?

Step 2: Analyze

Identify and describe 2-3 elements of art that stand out the most. Identify and describe 1-2 principles of art that stand out the most.

Step 3: Interpret

What is the purpose or meaning of the artwork?

What is the artist trying to communicate?

What do you see that supports your idea?

Step 4: Evaluate

What do you think about the artwork?

Does the work communicate an idea, feeling, or principle that would have benefit for others?

Write 3 sentences expressing your opinion of the artwork. Include both your positive perceptions and your criticism of the work and explain your answers.