Photography Critique 1: Edward Weston
Directions:
Type your answers in Word and turn into the class basket
Using the 4 step art criticism format:
Evaluate this photograph by Edward Weston using the 4 step art criticism format. Respond with
a minimum of 1 complete sentence to each question.
Art elements: line, shape, space, color, texture, value
Art principles: focal point, unity, variety, balance, repetition, contrast
Description
1. What is the subject of this photograph?
2. Is this shape organic (from nature) or geometric (mathematical)?
3. Circle the art element that is strongest in this photograph: COLOR, SPACE, VALUE
Analysis
1. What part of the shape do you look at first?
2. Why do you think you see that area first?
.Interpretation
1. Why do you think Edward Weston chose this subject for his photo?
2. What else do you think people might see when they look at this photo?
Judgment
1. Is this photograph one that you will remember?
2. Do you think that this photograph is important enough to be displayed in a museum?
Why or why not?
3. Would you like to have this photograph in your home? Why or why not?