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Art Principles and History

Finding Meaning in Art

What is a formal analysis?

A formal analysis is a method of understanding a work of art by studying a work’s formal qualities, including shape, color, line space, and texture. A formal analysis should include as much detail as possible with the goal of understanding how a particular work of art visually communicates ideas to a viewer.



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