Signs and meanings/ cinematic technique

Question 1

According to de Saussure, signs are composed of:

Answer 1

*Signifier- physical
*signified- mental

Question 2

Literal and primary meaning of word or object

Answer 2

Denotations

Question 3

Ideas or feelings association with word or object

Answer 3

Connotations

Question 4

CS Pierce three terms

Answer 4

• Icon- signifier physically resembles signified
• signifier and signified are culturally related
• index- signifier is caused by the signified

Question 5

A smoke caused by fire

Answer 5

Index

Question 6

Flowers and Panagbenga festival

Answer 6

Symbol

Question 7

Bicycle depicts a bycicle

Answer 7

Icon

Question 8

7 elements of design

Answer 8

*line
*shape
*space
*color
*texture
*framing
*typography

Question 9

The connection between two points. Guides where you are supposed to look. Used to frame and emphasize other design
elements. Creates a sense of movement.

Answer 9

Line

Question 10

an area enclosed by an outline. The outline can be created by actual lines or differences in color. They can take on
numerous forms, but they are characterized by their boundaries, which are created by lines or their surroundings.

Answer 10

Shape

Question 11

An area enclosed by an outline. The outline can be created by actual lines or differences in color. They can take on
numerous forms, but they are characterized by their boundaries, which are created by lines or their surroundings.

Answer 11

Color

Question 12

The area between elements. Shapes can be used to create other shapes by utilizing the empty spaces left in the
background. The space in between, or rather what is blank, creates another image entirely if done correctly.

Answer 12

Space

Question 13

When textures of real-life objects are recreated digitally to use in images, they can evoke certain feelings, or create
character. Creates a three-dimensional feel to a two-dimensional piece of artwork.

Answer 13

Texture

Question 14

Refers to the typefaces or fonts utilized in the design. Not just informative but can also provide a design with striking
visuals if done correctly.

Answer 14

Typography

Question 15

Used to highlight certain design elements by surrounding them and separating them from the background.
Can be used to crop images in ways to draw attention to it.
Principles of Design
Principle of Balance
Refers to the equal and tasteful distribution of design element

Answer 15

Framing

Question 16

Principles of design

Answer 16

*Balance
*Emphasis
*Movement
*Pattern
*Proportion
*Repetition
*Rhythm
*Variation
*Unity

Question 17

Creates Visual Harmony

Answer 17

Unity

Question 18

Brings dynanism and complexity, breaks monotony of design and creates interest

Answer 18

Variation

Question 19

Creates a sense of movement and seem more active and dynamic rather than dull and static

Answer 19

Rythm

Question 20

Reoccurance if certain designs like colors, shapes and typefaces

Answer 20

Repetition

Question 21

How well all parts relate to one another in term of size

Answer 21

Proportion

Question 22

The repetition of specific object, symbol, or motif in a work of art. It plays a crucial role in creating visual interest,
enhancing organization, and conveying a sense of harmony within a design.

Answer 22

Pattern

Question 23

Refers to the path viewers take when scanning through the contents of a work of art.

Answer 23

Movement

Question 24

The part the design that draw viewers’ attention first, so it is often made to standout the most.

Answer 24

Emphasis

Question 25

Equal distribution of design elements

Answer 25

Balance