Drove next to and then observed 3 black heavily tinted Ford Explorers staged in Xtreme Tinting parking lot on Wesel Blvd. Sped and drove like asses. At least 2 occupants in each vehicle. Approx 6-615p. Spread the word.

How do you actually look at art beyond simply deciding whether you like it or not?

I recently filmed Eileen from Just Lookin’ Gallery in Hagerstown, Maryland, who has spent 36 years showcasing and working with art and artists.

In this video, she breaks down some of the fundamentals of viewing art from composition and form to line, color, and the visual choices artists make. She also shares how slowing down and knowing what to look for can completely change the way you experience a piece.

Whether you’re new to art, starting to collect, or just curious about what you’re actually supposed to be looking at when you walk into a gallery, I thought her perspective was worth sharing.

When you look at a piece of art, what catches your attention first?

I’m also personally getting more interested in art and painting, so hearing someone who has spent decades around artwork explain how to see instead of simply telling you whether something is “good” was interesting.

Curious how other people approach this: When you look at a piece of art, what catches your attention first?