How do you talk about paintings?
Think about your overall impression of the colors used in the painting, how they look and feel, how the colors work together (or not), how they fit with the subject of the painting, and how the artist has mixed them (or not).
What can I write about a painting?
Writing a Critical Analysis of a Painting
- How old is the painting you are writing about?
- What is its size and proportions?
- Is it a landscape, a portrait, or a still life?
- Look at the artist’s use of space.
- Look at the artist’s use of color and shape.
- Look at the movement of the forms.
- Write down your impression of the mood.
How do you comment on a beautiful painting?
Lovely Comments on the Art Exhibition
- Brilliant! Very Much enjoyed the show. Hope you take it to other places for more people to see.
- What wonderful creativity – a joy to view! Too hard to select a favourite!
- “Found it difficult to leave the building once I saw this amazing art. Amazing, interesting and joyful. Thank you”
- This “Art” is fantastic!
What is the purpose of painting?
Art may seek to bring about a particular emotion or mood, for the purpose of relaxing or entertaining the viewer. This is often the function of the art industries such as Motion Pictures and Video Games. And of course, more traditional art, such as some paintings and sculptures are simply meant to be enjoyable.
How do you end an art essay?
Conclusion
- Step 1: Summarise and restate your thesis responding to the question.
- Step 2: Sum up the ideas you originally signposted.
- Step 3: Conclude the essay with a strong, snappy sentence.
Do you think art is important?
Art is not just about imagination, expression and creativity but it also develops self-confidence and self-discipline. Youth who have access to the arts as a communication tool think critically, appreciate other points of view and are open to new approaches for learning all subjects.