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Describe A Painting That You Like: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • Where and when did you see the painting?
  • What does it look like?
  • Explain why did you like it?
  • How did you feel about the painting?
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Cue 1:Where and when did you see the painting?

  • Begin by describing the location where you first encountered the painting, such as a gallery or a friend's house.
  • Mention the time frame, whether it was during a specific event, a casual visit, or a school trip.

Example

I first saw the painting at the National Gallery of Modern Art in New Delhi during a school trip last year. It was a bright sunny day, and the gallery was filled with students and art enthusiasts, creating a vibrant atmosphere.

Cue 2:What does it look like?

  • Provide a detailed description of the painting, including colors, shapes, and the overall theme.
  • Mention any specific elements that stood out to you, such as the style of painting or the emotions it conveys.

Example

The painting is a beautiful landscape featuring a serene lake surrounded by lush green hills. The artist used vibrant blues and greens, which made the scene come alive. There are soft brush strokes that create a dreamy effect, and a small boat can be seen floating on the lake, adding a sense of tranquility.

Cue 3:Explain why you liked it?

  • Discuss the personal connection you felt with the painting and what it represents to you.
  • Mention any specific feelings or memories that the painting evoked.

Example

I liked this painting because it reminded me of my childhood trips to the hills with my family. The peacefulness of the scene resonated with me, and it made me feel nostalgic. I appreciate how art can evoke such strong emotions and memories.

Cue 4:How did you feel about the painting?

  • Share your emotional response to the painting, whether it was joy, calmness, or inspiration.
  • Explain how the painting impacted your thoughts or feelings about art in general.

Example

Looking at the painting filled me with a sense of calm and happiness. It inspired me to explore more about art and even try painting myself. I realized how powerful art can be in expressing emotions and connecting with people.

Conclusion

    Example

    In conclusion, this painting not only captivated me with its beauty but also left a lasting impression on my heart. It serves as a reminder of the peace found in nature and the joy of childhood memories, making it a piece of art that I will always cherish.

    Following this structure will ensure you cover all the essential points while providing a clear and engaging response to the cue card topic.

    Tips to answer this Cue Card

    1: Being Vague About Details

    Candidates often give vague answers without specific details about the painting. This can make their response less engaging and informative.

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    Include specific details about the painting's colors, style, and elements to create a vivid image for the listener.

    2: Neglecting Personal Feelings

    Some candidates forget to express their personal feelings about the painting, which is crucial for a more heartfelt response.

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    Tip

    Share your emotions and thoughts about the painting, explaining why it resonates with you personally.

    Rushing Through the Cues

    Candidates often rush through the cues without fully addressing each one, leading to incomplete answers.

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    Take your time to address each cue thoroughly, ensuring you provide a well-rounded description and explanation.

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    All Answers

    Here are all the answers by real-users practicing speaking for IELTS Cue Cards on our IELTS Prep App.

    Band 6

    As myself an artist, the most beautiful painting I have ever seen is the painting by Van Gush. It is about a northern light. So the painting inspired me very much. It was such an absolute piece of art. To replicate something like that is always my dream. It is very beautiful and thought provoking itself. He had portrayed the beauty of northern lights through oil paints in his canvas. It is such a magical experience. So I have seen this when I went for a museum visit in Paris. I also wrote a cheap copy of that painting to hang on my wall. Every day I start my day by looking at that and it is such a positive energy for me.

    Band 6

    As far as I remember I like the painting which was made by my one of the students in 2018 and it was me on the piece of paper that he drew. I like the painting which was made by my one of the students in 2018 and it was me on the piece of paper that he drew. He gifted me a painting and when I opened it I got emotional at the moment. He portraited me on the piece of paper actually two years back. In my coaching where I used to teach he asked for one of my photos. I was not sure about the moment then why he is asking for the photo. Later he surprised me with the portrait painting that he drew and you know it was a shocking moment for me. Thank you for watching.

    Band 6

    Sometimes, painting can contribute to understanding the culture and heritage of a place. Today I would like to talk about a painting which I like. So when I was a little kid, in my room there was a painting of just a lady whose name I did not know. But every day I went to sleep, I was quite terrified seeing her face glow in the dark. I often asked my grandmother who this lady was, because I have not seen her around in my own house. So why is the painting of someone unknown to us being kept in the room? She told me that this was not a common man's painting, but this was a painting of a lady named Mona Lisa. She was in a black dress, but had a neutral expression which was quite difficult to understand whether she was angry or quite disappointed with something that was happening in front of her. After I started getting some information about her, I realized that this was actually one of the paintings of a famous artist named Leonardo da Vinci. Upon seeing this painting, I researched online for other works of his and I was quite fascinated with his work. I also discovered that he was a very famous painter in his times and everyone thoroughly enjoyed his work. I feel that viewing paintings help us understand the traditions and culture of a place and this is why I love to work.

    Band 6

    Well, I like painting of Mona Lisa which is placed in Museum de Louvre. The painting feels so real like it's not painted by someone in that era. It's like it has been photographed. It's not easy to paint something so realistic and its beauty has not faded over the years. It still remains the same. The same beautiful face which looks alive like it would speak the next moment. It kind of gives some royal vibes too and Mona Lisa looks very beautiful in the painting. Plus at that time, painting such a masterpiece wasn't an easy thing.

    Band 6

    I saw this painting on Instagram, it was too good that this painting grabbed my attention. The painter was, I don't remember his name, but the painter has a huge fan following on Instagram. He was drawing this painting from scratch and he finished the entire thing. The painting was about a car called Porsche and the car was in red and he just drew the back part of the car, it's basically a trunk and the headlight and the grills. The painting has fine minute details where every hidden details are visible for us. He used some acrylic paints and some smooth tip brush so that the painting would come up with a beautiful effect and the highlight he made was so eye-catching that every light drops and even the raindrops were clearly visible and he never missed out on the details of the lamps, the brand and everything. The main attraction of the painting was the color combo he used, he used black, red, white, orange, etc, etc. I just texted him and asked regarding the painting and it was like he is willing to sell that, but unfortunately I am not in a financial state to buy that, but even though it's like pretty good and yeah, basically it's a wall-hanging painting and the main, yeah it's a wall-hanging painting and it's like a pure art form.

    Band 6

    So, once I went to this art and craft museum in Delhi and I saw this painting which had I don't know how many as much colors as a painting can have at once so it was a painting of a pretty old place and there were people on the streets, there were dogs, there was It was not something that I would say is rather fancy but it was pretty simple and amazing. It showed, I think the painting was depicting how it reflects the normal middle man's life and the kind of life that we live on daily basis, the kind of things that we see on the streets on regular basis. So, that's pretty amazing. It's very and that I could not buy that painting but I think that painting is pretty close to my heart because every time I look at such paintings is I really have, I really do appreciate the artist for the way that he chose not to draw something fancy which everybody dreams of rather tries to find beauty in something which is pretty simple and regular which everybody goes through, which everybody lives through in their life on daily basis and I would say that the colors that were used in the paintings were pretty amazing. The artist used very subtle colors. For the buildings he used grey and black which are not usually used by any artist or painter I would say because

    Band 6

    yeah there was this painting which I saw at my friend's house. It was an incredible painting which immediately caught my attention of God. It was a lion protecting its cub. It really reminded me of my mother who struggled single-handedly to raise me and my brother. I somehow felt emotionally connected to that painting. It was a green forest with surrounded with flowers. It was so colorful and the art was mind-blowing. So that's really it.

    Band 6

    Suddenly, actually I liked the painting. It was done by me. When I was studying in my school days, I drew a picture of rabbit. Really it was superb. When my teacher saw that picture, she felt very happy and she gave lot of compliments. She said like, you have good kind of arting skills. So try in your future, don't give this. So this kind of compliments I got from my teacher. And it was nice. If you see the picture of the painting, you can feel very happy. So it was beautiful.

    Band 6

    Let me talk about a painting which I remember and saw. The painting is on Vincent van Gogh's Davy Knight. I saw this in class when I was young. When we were on an excursion, I saw this painting displayed in a museum. This painting was something unique. When I saw this painting, it made me feel as if the picture was moving. It had squirrels which were moving in the sky in that painting. It had different colors of yellow, blue, green, which was beautifully blended. The way it was done was something that looked so real. The lesson that I learnt from this painting is on the story of the painter. He had a tough life and he was going through a mental issue.

    Band 6

    So the painting is basically what I am painting, I am just sketching, and whenever I have time to sleep, I keep my mind awake to paint. I don't think painting makes anything. My name, I will say the main beauty I enjoy to paint is the sunset. Those colors, those pinks, those irons with such positivity, it's so unique. It's full of colors, basically. You are creating information in various ways. When you are basically painting a sunset, you have the types in that as well. So basically, let's take an example, if you are painting something like, with the ocean and the sun setting down, and the birds flying around, you know, going back to their nests, and the wind, you know, catching up the flow with the surroundings in the background, wow, lovely. But it feels so relaxing, and it's something which gives you, something which gives you energy to, you know, put on your ideas, put on your work, and your interest. It feels so much positive, I will say. Thank you.
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