DESCRIBE: Discover
as much as you can about the artwork.
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Think like a
detective. Tell what you know about who made it. How? With
what?
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Are there some
things in the artwork that you recognize?
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Are people shown to
you? Is a time, place, or event shown?
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What kinds of
colors, shapes and lines has the artists used?
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Are these repeated?
In what ways?
Ø What is the first thing you notice when you look at the artwork?
EVALUATE: Tell how the artwork is important or special. Give thoughtful reasons for your opinion.
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Is the artwork
important or special because of what it does? Why?
Ø Would you like other to see this artwork? Who? Why?
INTERPRET: Explain what this artwork means. Give reasons for your interpretation.
Ø What mood or feeling is expressed in this artwork?
Ø Does it seem quiet? Happy? Frightening? Powerful? Friendly?
Ø Can you think of other words to describe the mood or feeling?
Ø How has the artist suggested the mood or feeling?
Ø Is there a message or deeper meaning in the artwork than is apparent at first viewing?
Ø What in the artwork leads you to interpret the artwork the way you do?