If someone does something that affects me, I'll praise it, even if I can't think of something else to say.  Oftimes artists need a little praise to know they're on the right track.  Praise need not be empty.  Looking with a critical eye is NOT just a possibly negative thing, IMO.

If something needs fixing, it should be pointed out.  If something in a piece makes you smile, or tugs at your heart--well, for me--I feel obligated to tell the artist!  Most artists lack faith in their own creations, and sometimes just a little positive afirmation goes a long way.

It doesn't haven't to be 'cool' or 'awesome' or such. :lol:  A "Good composition", or "Dynamic color use" or even "Evoked sadness and pity--Great job" would go far from most empty praises.

Sometimes we don't know we're flying until sometimes someone points out that that our feet have left the ground. ^__^ V,,

I cannot save the world. Only my little piece of it. If we all act together, we can save the world.--Nelson Mandela
An  inconsistent hobgoblin is the fool of little minds
Taking "Just do it" to a whole new level!