Interpreting and Evaluating Artistic Work

To analyze the formal elements and context of an artwork in evaluating it

POSSIBLE INSIGHTS

• Although evaluating an art/musical work involves a subjective component, having background and contextual information about the work and knowledge of art elements and principles will inform one’s opinion about the work.

SUGGESTED REFLECTION QUESTIONS

• How does one determine criteria for evaluating an art/musical work?
• Expressing Oneself Through Art

To create works of art that demonstrate various ways of using the elements of art and design principles to achieve particular effects and express their ideas and feelings.

POSSIBLE INSIGHTS

• With experimentation, practice, reflection, and constructive critique, I can develop my own unique artistic style.
• As building blocks of visual language, wise use of the elements of art helps the artist organize visual communication and convey a specific message to the viewer.

SUGGESTED REFLECTION QUESTIONS

• How can I express my ideas/ feelings through art?
• How can the elements of art and design principles help artists convey messages effectively?