Tuesday, January 24, 2012

PEER CRITIQUE 50 points, due Monday, January 30th (end of class)

NOTE: Before selecting a peer to critique, make sure that someone hasn't already posted a critique for that piece. Each student should only be reviewed by one person, that way each of you will have a peer critique. Post your response as a COMMENT under the image of the student you are critiquing, NOT as a separate/New Post.

Assignment: Choose one of the images posted from the last concentration project. Answer the following in complete sentences. Remember that giving and receiving constructive criticism is an important part of creative development. Student Artist you are critiquing:_______________________________


1. How did the artist use the elements and principles of design?

Elements: Principles:
Value Pattern
Space Movement
Texture Contrast
Form Rhythm
Shape Unity
Line Balance
Color Emphasis

Are any in particular used more effectively than others?

Would inclusion or greater attention of any of the above improve the piece in your opinion?

2. Is this piece….

Abstract Figurative Non-Figurative

Explain why you categorized their work this way.

3. Interpretation (your opinion): What do you think the artist was trying to communicate with this piece? What questions, if any, do you have about this piece?

4. Read the artist’s concentration statement from the last post. Do you feel that a clear connection can be made between the piece and the central idea of the artist’s concentration statement?

5. In your opinion, what are the strengths of this piece?

6. In your opinion, what could make this a stronger piece?

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