Art History and Critical Response · Art History

The Role of the Critic

Learning how to give and receive feedback respectfully and use it to improve artistic work.

Key Questions

  1. 1How can a critique help an artist see their work in a new way?
  2. 2What is the difference between a personal opinion and an artistic observation?
  3. 3How do we decide what makes a piece of art successful?

Common Core State Standards

NCAS: Responding VA.Re9.1.3NCAS: Responding VA.Re7.2.3
Grade: 3rd Grade
Subject: Visual & Performing Arts
Unit: Art History and Critical Response
Period: Art History

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