An artwork title is the audience's tool to comprehend what they are observing. A great title can help an artwork tell its story, add a layer of meaning, and it can assist the viewer to understand the work better. Therefore, next time you create a work, think about a title that will help guide the audience's interpretation. Below are points to consider when deciding on a name for your artwork:
Think about the meaning of the artwork and how you can convey that meaning in your title, brainstorm a list of ideas.
Identify the motivation behind the work.
What do you want to communicate to the audience.
Consider what the audience needs to know.
How do you want the viewer to feel.
Have a thesaurus nearby.
British artist, Sophie Calle (1953-) created a series entitled The Chromatic Diet (1998) where she consumed a diet of a single food colour over a six day period. This is an example of how an artwork title can help an audience understand what they are viewing.
The Chromatic Diet (1998)