Ask one specific feedback question
WhenWhen a rough piece needs another perspective.
Show a willing reviewer the relevant part of the work and ask one concrete question about it. Listen to the answer before deciding what to revise.
Why it works
Give another pair of eyes a clear place to look.
Start tiny
Write the question before sharing the work.
What you’ll notice
You have feedback on the part you needed to understand.
When it slips
If feedback becomes too broad, return to the question or arrange a separate wider review.
Adapted from Lerman, L. Critical Response Process, Step 2: Artist as Questioner. Read the source ↗
Challenge: A bounded mission with a clear finish. It can combine practices over days or weeks.



