This chapter explores how one goes about looking at artwork and analyzing it whether it is music, paintings, or some other form of expression. To do this successfully, you must use elements the artist uses to create his piece as guidelines for evaluation, rather than historical facts. One piece that is noted is 'David'. By looking at the unique style Michelangelo uses combined with knowledge of the time, you can have a better understanding of …
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…instinct when looking at art is a plain but effective way of determining personal likes or dislikes. However, if your purpose is to get insight, there is no substitute for using basic properties to judge. By not following set guidelines you can also appreciate your opinion as unbiased. Finally, this method of analysis leads to a shorter, more enjoyable and free way to look at art, as opposed to boring ratings and standards for comparison.