Critique

Art Vocabulary and Craftsmanship	Describe the technique applied – also describe dodging and burning; depth of field, etc. It has a short depth of field; the blossom is in focus while the trees behind it are not. I probably should have burned in the branches because all the lines are a little distracting.
Elements ·          Color ·          Line ·          Shape ·          Texture ·          Form ·          Value ·          Space	Analyze: specifically comment on any elements and principles used in your work. The pink in the blossom draws your eye because it is the only pink in the picture. I wish the one branch in the background didn’t intersect with the blossoms. I also wish the two blossoms didn’t intersect because it takes away from the depth of the picture. The texture from the new leaves contrasts with the smooth petals of the blossom. The repeating shapes of the blossoms add harmony, but the leaves and branches add variety.
Principles ·          Proportion ·          Variety ·          Balance ·          Contrast ·          Pattern/Repetition ·          Rhythm/Movement ·          Unity/Harmony ·          Emphasis
Conceptual Skill	Interpret: What is the photographer’s intent?  Does it convey an idea or message? Is there a mood? It shows the fresh start that comes with Spring. The new blossom with the budding leaves symbolize new life and the ability to start over in the Spring.
Critique	Judge: evaluate the success of this piece. I feel like there is too much of the branches in the picture, it’s fairly distracting. They take away from the focus on the blossoms. The color and light on the blossoms are good.
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