Art Critique Structure Form

The Four Steps of Art Criticism: D.A.I.J. Analysis

Artwork: Untitled Work

Art Criticism Worksheet (D.A.I.J.)

Artwork: Untitled Work | Artist: N/A

Medium: N/A | Critic: N/A

List the literal objects, colors, and subject matter present. Do not interpret.

Discuss how the artist used color, line, balance, and composition.

What is the central meaning, message, or theme the artist conveyed?

Is the work successful? Justify your opinion based on the previous three steps.

Artwork Title

Artist Name

Medium / Materials

Critic / Reviewer Name

Customize the guiding questions for each section of the critique. This focuses the student's analysis.

1. Description Prompt (What do you see?)

2. Analysis Prompt (How is the art made?)

3. Interpretation Prompt (What does it mean?)

4. Judgment Prompt (Is it successful?)