Theory of the Arts: 4 Stages to Critical Analysis (Criticism)
Theory of the Arts: 4 Stages to Critical Analysis ( Criticism ) Initial Reaction initial identification to a work of art Description organization in a work; how principles of art have been used to arrange elements in a work of art Interpretation identifying meaning; the artist's expression / communication of feelings, moods and ideas in a work of art Evaluation judgment; assessing the meaning and artistic merit in a work of art