Art Through Time: History and Criticism · Art History

The Art of the Critique

Learning how to describe, analyze, interpret, and judge art respectfully.

Key Questions

  1. 1What is the difference between saying 'I don't like this' and 'This piece makes me feel uneasy'?
  2. 2How can we give feedback that helps an artist improve their work?
  3. 3Why might two people have completely different reactions to the same painting?

Ontario Curriculum Expectations

ON: Visual Arts - Grade 3
Grade: Grade 3
Subject: The Arts
Unit: Art Through Time: History and Criticism
Period: Art History

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