If you do not know the excellent site from Australia

ARTSTUFF.,net.au

have a look at it.

The gentleman has essential insights for artists, he himself is one, as well as for viewers and students, he is a lecturer as well.

here is an example of his ideas-

How to look at my , or any, work of art -

from ART STUFF November, 2011
1. The Formal Framework - Visual analysis - Technique - Style - Symbolism and metaphor.
2. The Personal Framework - Reflects the artists life - Links to other aspects which may relate to the artists life.
3. The Cultural Framework - The influences of time and place - Connections to contexts and cultural purposes.
4. The Contemporary Framework - Exploring contemporary issues.


Ulrich de Balbian