Your critique should be presented as professionally as possible. It must be double-spaced, 12 point, Times New Roman font (no bold type), with correct spelling, punctuation and grammar. Do not put extra spacing between paragraphs. You may use online sources for the MLA style. (Google: OWL at Purdue) It is not necessary to include the image of the work of art you are analyzing, but it is fine if you do. If you include an image, use a separate page after the title page and before your critique text. Late hard copies will not be accepted. Remember that papers that we cannot open will not be graded. No re-writes will be allowed! Critique #2 will be graded according to the rubric below. The number to the left is the highest number of points given for each section of the critique. Followed the example of the title page; include all information in the example. (Your name, Art 100, due date, Critique #2, Professors name, Analysis of Described the work of art in your own words so that someone could visualize it from your description. Described the medium (sculpting materials-methods) and why you think the artist chose this particular medium. Identified whether the sculpture you chose to write about is idealistic, representational, abstract, or non-objective and explain why you chose that description. Discussed the historical time it was created. (Proper citation and citation page included.) Discussed at least four (4) elements and/or principles of design in your critique, explaining how each is used in your chosen work of art. Used the vocabulary discussed in class and in your text. Did your vocabulary use terms for 3-D art? Explained why you chose this particular work of art from those available. Discussed such matters as: What is it about this work that appeals to you or displeases you? How does the sculpture make you feel? Would you make any changes? These points reflect the overall success of your critique. Did it flow easily from one point to the next? Did your sentences make sense? Did you have redundant ideas? Did your critique make sense? Points will be deducted for errors in spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Please edit your paper carefully. It is necessary to do research to write an excellent critique. The written portion of your critique (not including the title page or works cited page) must be at least long, double-spaced, in . Please do not exceed four (4) pages in length (not including the title page, image page, or works cited page).
