Yes, but isn't it the beauty that captures your attention--that makes you wonder--then causes you to analyze? In art school critiques we had to defend our work. We had to, in essence, explain why we liked or did not "like" another student's work also. I think "liking" is a simpler, lazier way of saying the elements work without saying why. The best answer now, for some, might be simply, "I don't know, but it works for me." :) The blue ribbon instantly brought to mind this shocker: Her husband led her around by a ribbon 'round her neck. Then I thought of the women who were led 'round by nose rings. Oh, my. I must back up. I enjoy comments that make me . . .