Cry-teria

Criteria for an excellent art review:

1. A great art review is honest. The writer must speak from his/her own experience and report from the self, not influenced by larger outside agendas.

2. The review should compare the art show with previous shows. This demonstrates that the reviewer has perspective of art over a range of years, even in a region.

3. Part of being honest will give the reviewer personality. Sometimes you can pick up on sarcasm, jokes, or artist slams that make the read funny, controversial, or edgy.

4. If the reviewer has strong opinions about the show, he/she should back up the criticisum with reasons for their stance. Reviews that give a neutral overview of the event don't need such an explanation (an example would be a general review vs. a critical review).

5. The review should include artwork that the reviewer thinks is strong. The work and the artist should recieve this recongision. Work that is not strong should also be noted.