visual language features Flashcards
allusion
part of the image is based on a well known person or story
balance
layout of image divided into more or less equal halves
blank space
make an element stand out.
bolding
to show importance
box
used to attract the eye
bubble
used to show who said what in a picture
caption
informative telling 5w’s and h
caricature
used to mock/ make the person instantly recognizable
clothing
suggest occupation status living standards
color
used to attract or detract. symbolic
contrast
eye catching
cropping
used to focus you on one part of the drawing/image
direction
used to make you see the key bits
dominant feature
eye catching layout
facial expression
used to influence feelings
famous face
used to make us show respect
font
creates a mood
framing
attracts the eye
layout
used to attract attention to different areas
lines
lead your eye from one part of a text to another
logo
used for instant recognition and trust