10 QUESTIONS TO ASK YOURSELF ABOUT A PIECE OF ART

Have you ever wandered around an art gallery or a show and wondered; I don’t even know where to start with this- what am I supposed to think? Of course there is no right or wrong way to view art. But to prompt a discussion, even if it’s only in your head- here are 10 questions you might like to ask yourself about a painting, or any work of art.

1. What was your first reaction to this piece?
2. Where do you feel this painting in your body? In your head, your gut? Does it make you tingle?
3. Is it balanced?
4. What five verbs would you use to describe this piece of art?
5. Have your feelings changed the longer you look at it?
6. What one question would you ask the artist?
7. Could you live with this piece of art?
8. Could you live without it?
9. What is its title? Does the title give you any more insight into the painting?
10. What do you think this painting tells you about the artist?

If you find this list helpful, let me know. And if you think of any more questions, I’d love to hear them!