Tuesday, September 29, 2009

Visual Language


Sunday Cartoon: There is an ironical and comical message to this image. This cartoon uses vibrant reds, yellows, and greens. The viewer knows to take this cartoon light-heartedly due to the playful color scheme. The creases of the woman's dress are ironically like arrows pointing directly to her missing dog.



Amelie Movie Poster: There is a curious message about this image. The viewer wonders who this girl is and what is the secret she is keeping. The viewer is drawn to the face of the actress. Not only because she is centered in the poster, but her skin stands out brightly against the sultry green background. She has a mischievous smile and is looking up to the viewer, like she has done something she was not supposed to do or that she has a secret. Again, the bright red, green, and yellow lead the viewer to believe that this movie is more of a comedy rather than a drama.



Justine's Profile Picture: The viewer is sent a message that they are an "outsider". Justine is looking away from the camera and at the monument poster behind her. We immediately look in the direction she is looking. Because she is not looking directly at us, we feel as though we are "spying" on her. We can also tell this is not a candid shot as her body faces the direction of the photographer and she is "posing".

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