Unlocking the Mysteries of Visual Images—continued


Visual text creators use a combination of techniques to convey a particular mood or theme (a complex statement about human nature or an insight into life).

Take a moment to review the tutorial titled Strategies for Studying Illustrations here. Study the terms noted in the tutorial, as they will appear on future quizzes and exams.

 

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While You Read, Consider

By the end of this section, you should be able to identify and define each of these techniques, and explain how each technique can be used to impact an image.
  • focus
  • framing
  • lighting
  • colour and contrast
  • lines
  • composition
  • shots and angles