How to give a critique

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ntl

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Things to consider to help us grow:
Positive
Focal point/Center of Interest (good to have, not a necessity, IMO)
Mood or Feeling
Creativity
Composition
Hue, Value, Chroma

What else can be added to a positive list?

What can be added for a negative list?
Plagiarism (not copying to learn)
Incorrectness: shadows in the wrong direction, horizon line off, size of elements off
Elements not appropriate: the wrong bark or branching on a tree

What else can be added to a negative list?

Please add your thoughts
There are a few "lists" on the web: here's one
www.liveabout.com

What to Consider when Critiquing a Painting

A checklist of things to consider and assess when looking critically a painting, whether it's by someone else or your own.
www.liveabout.com www.liveabout.com
 
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Artyczar

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Thanks ntl, this is a very good comprehensive list that can get people started on giving good critiques! I will try to think of more when I have half a brain. o_O
 
E.J.H.

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mill said:
The guides originally given by Henry Rankin Poore and Ian Roberts are just as relevant today as they ever were.I have put out a free book you might find useful in this, you'll find it at: https://en.calameo.com/read/006503327ad682fc32541
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That book is quite a great resource. I browsed it a bit, and think it would be quite useful. I am wondering if a mod could pin your post on a more accessible place in the forums, if this thread stops being active it might sink in oblivion (I bookmarked the link ;) )
 
john

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I recently heard this..
When giving a critique it's good to put the criticism between two slices of sweetness.

Example:

"Nice painting! But this part of most of it is horrible. Oh but nice painting keep going!" Something like that.
 
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