This document outlines the 4 steps of art criticism: description, analysis, interpretation, and judgment. It provides guidance on gathering factual details about the artwork in the description step. The analysis step involves examining how art elements and principles are used. Interpretation considers the artist's intent and meaning. Judgment evaluates whether the artwork is successful and merits display or in a museum based on the prior steps. The document aims to teach a methodical process for critically examining and understanding an artwork.