Elementary Visual School Arts

Name Grade

Discussing Art

Step 1. Describe what you see. Take time to look at the artwork. The credit line
may help you answer questions a, b, c, and d.
a. What kind of art is this?
b. Who created the artwork? When?

c. How large is the original artwork?

d. What materials did the artist use?

e. How did the artist use the materials?

f. What are the main elements of design?
Lines

Shapes

Colors

Textures

Spaces

Value

g. What subjects can you recognize?

Step 2. Analyze the design. Analyze means you look for the way elements are related
in a plan. Use the principles of design as a guide for analysis.
a. What kind of balance do you see? (symmetrical... asymmetrical... radial)

b. What is emphasized? (What stands out?)

c. Are patterns created by repeated lines, shapes, or colors?

Where do you see patterns?