Explain my art work to jury: Describing the work concretely
Get Full LessonPractice pronunciation and master this lesson with smart-repetition via the PrettyFluent App
Key Phrases
Je vais présenter mon œuvre.
I'm going to present my work.
Qu'est-ce qu'on voit exactement ?
What exactly do we see?
Quelles couleurs as-tu utilisées ?
What colors did you use?
Skills You'll Learn
Introducing and presenting an artwork to a jury.
Présenter une œuvre à un jury.
Describing what is visible in a painting simply and clearly.
Décrire simplement et clairement ce qu'on voit dans une peinture.
Talking about colors and surface texture in an artwork.
Parler des couleurs et de la texture de la surface d'une œuvre.
Lesson Roleplay
Imagine you are speaking in French before an art jury, presenting your artwork simply and clearly by describing what it is, what can be seen, the colors you used, and the texture of the surface.
Bonjour, je vais présenter mon œuvre au jury.
Hello, I’m going to present my work to the jury.
Très bien, décris-la simplement.
Very well, describe it simply.
C'est une grande peinture sur toile.
It is a large painting on canvas.
Qu'est-ce qu'on voit exactement ?
What exactly do we see?
On voit une table, une lampe et une fenêtre.
We see a table, a lamp, and a window.
Lesson Vocabulary & Phrases
Bonjour.
bohn-ZHOOR
Hello.
💬 Standard French greeting. Pronounce it roughly like 'bohn-zhoor'.
🇫🇷 In France, starting with 'Bonjour' is essential and polite before asking or presenting anything.
See breakdown →Je vais
zhuh vay
I am going to / I will
💬 Near future: 'je vais' + infinitive, like 'I'm going to...'
🇫🇷 Very useful in presentations: it sounds clear, simple, and natural.
See breakdown →Présenter
pray-zahn-TAY
To present
💬 Infinitive verb. Accent alert: é in 'présenter'.
🇫🇷 In an oral exam or art jury, 'présenter' is a key formal verb.
See breakdown →Mon œuvre
mohn UVR
My artwork / my work
💬 'Œuvre' is a classic art word meaning a work of art. The ligature 'œ' is very French-looking!
🇫🇷 In art school or exhibitions in France, 'œuvre' sounds more refined than just 'travail'.
See breakdown →Je vais présenter mon œuvre.
zhuh vay pray-zahn-TAY mohn UVR
I'm going to present my work.
💬 A complete, natural opening sentence for an art presentation.
🇫🇷 French juries usually appreciate a clear and direct introduction like this.
See breakdown →Au
oh
To the
💬 'Au' = 'à + le'. Tiny word, big job.
🇫🇷 French often contracts prepositions and articles, so this form appears everywhere.
See breakdown →Jury
zhu-REE
Judges / panel
💬 Same spelling as English, but pronounced the French way: roughly 'zhu-ree'.
🇫🇷 In France, 'le jury' can mean an exam panel, competition judges, or an admissions board.
See breakdown →Au jury
oh zhu-REE
To the jury
💬 Useful chunk to memorize as one unit.
🇫🇷 For art exams in France, students often speak directly to 'le jury'.
See breakdown →Très
treh
Very
💬 Intensifier: put it before adjectives or adverbs, as in 'très bien'.
🇫🇷 French speakers use 'très' all the time—small word, strong effect.
See breakdown →Learn this vocabulary list the easy way
Get PrettyFluent for smart practice & lasting retention
More from "Explain my art work to jury"
Similar French Lessons
Essential communication
Top 50 phrases to get by France
Getting around and shopping
Top 50 phrases to get by France
Dining out
Top 50 phrases to get by France
Learning About Company Culture
Career event networking
Exploring Career Opportunities
Career event networking
Following Up After the Event
Career event networking
Get the Full Learning Experience
This lesson is just a preview. Download PrettyFluent to practice pronunciation, roleplay conversations, and master vocabulary with spaced repetition.
Pronunciation Feedback
AI-powered speech recognition to perfect your accent
Spaced Repetition
Retain vocabulary long-term with smart practice
Immersive Roleplaying
Practice real conversations with AI partners
Custom Scenarios
Request lessons tailored to your specific needs
Get Full LessonWhat Learners Are Saying
“Moved to Lyon for a culinary apprenticeship. The food and restaurant scenarios were exactly what I needed — my French colleagues were genuinely impressed.”
Tom H., 38, Chef
“Studying in Paris and the academic French I learned in school was useless for daily life. This app filled the gap in weeks, not months.”
Nina W., 29, Graduate Student
“Learning a language has never been as immediately impactful. Now I can charm the locals and navigate the food scene like a boss.”
Alex M., 42, Software Engineer