Critique Champion Gifts

Lesser known greek gods,

The writers group met every Tuesday for support and fellowship.

"Regarding the plot of your novel ... what on earth were you thinking?"

"No annual raises, but I will 'like' all your hard work on Facebook."

"Get off the stage and get a copy of 'Studies of Laughter in Interaction'—I think you'll enjoy it."

Filling the Missile Gap

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"It has great depth, realized with such a unique economy of paint application... yet, there remains a curious aura of drivel I can't dismiss."

An acceptable level of TV violence.

'Mummy, the review of this book was more interesting.'

'You are doing it wrong.'

The Real Russian history

"Well...I notice a little criticism on my leadership style..."

"They're going to print a retraction - your desserts are not inconsistent."

'Nice show but you could use some cartoons.'

'I didn't choose art. Art chose me!'

"I loved your embarrassing personal essay in the 'Times.' "

"It's a postmodern mosaic, almost lyrical in its undercurrent." "My five-year-old will be happy to hear that."

"Now on view: Old paintings by dead white men through whenever…"

"To me..It says Art Council crap regional funding"

Rubbish, Poppycock, Balderdash

Cartoon Editor: No, No, No, No, No, No, Maybe.

During the Holiday season, Mr. Arthur Jeffries takes a little time to think of those who are less fortunate.

"Right here is where you lost the narrative flow."

'Too many cliches? Now hold your horses!'

A man is looking at a sign saying Exhibition of art exhibition jargon.

'There's a strong minimalist influence in this artist's work.' 'Good! The less there is of it, the better.'

Art Gallery.

Nutty Assistants

"But is it art?"

"Now you can send it."

'It's a deal -- I'll introduce a bill to bail out your country club, and you'll introduce a bill to bail out my country club!'

Ezra Pound