Question
What are the four steps involved in art criticism?
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GPT-5 mini
The standard four-step method (often called the Feldman method) is:
1. Description — What do you see? List factual, objective details (subject, medium, size, colors, shapes, figures, composition) without interpretation.
2. Analysis — How is it organized? Discuss formal elements and principles (line, color, texture, space, balance, contrast, rhythm, focal point, composition).
3. Interpretation — What does it mean? Offer possible meanings, themes, emotions, symbols, and the artist’s intent or context that explain the work.
4. Judgment/Evaluation — Is it successful? Make a reasoned critical assessment based on the purpose, execution, originality, emotional impact, and supporting evidence from the earlier steps.
Use evidence from steps 1–3 to support your interpretation and judgment.
1. Description — What do you see? List factual, objective details (subject, medium, size, colors, shapes, figures, composition) without interpretation.
2. Analysis — How is it organized? Discuss formal elements and principles (line, color, texture, space, balance, contrast, rhythm, focal point, composition).
3. Interpretation — What does it mean? Offer possible meanings, themes, emotions, symbols, and the artist’s intent or context that explain the work.
4. Judgment/Evaluation — Is it successful? Make a reasoned critical assessment based on the purpose, execution, originality, emotional impact, and supporting evidence from the earlier steps.
Use evidence from steps 1–3 to support your interpretation and judgment.