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INTRODUCTION I
a general approach to art that rejects direct representation of the material world in favor of allusion and suggestion
En-coding
vs
De-Coding
how to most effectively transmit data from one point to another, utilising the most efficient delivery method possible.
Informative.
Visual symbols such as objects, photos, drawings and text can support the expressive and receptive communicative needs of many individuals
issues of size, perspective, location, and shading all play roles in the message a viewer derives from an image
SALE
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communicate + message
visual + symbol
visual symbol I it is a learning process through culture, system of beliefs, geographic and historical influence
tells a story
expressive
Eastern Dragons are beautiful, friendly, and wise and is referred to as the divine mythical creature that brings with it ultimate abundance, prosperity and good fortune.
Western dragon refers to a barbaric invasion. It is seen as particularly cruel creatures that horde gold and torture small towns. For the most part, older stories told of dragons are firebreathers
visual symbolism I
Tribal tattoo is essentially a symbolic and artistic design that in the tribes, even those still around today, have great meaning and demand great respect. Often these tattoos are the mark of a warrior, or of bravery, manhood, or right of passage.
Gang tattoos mark a person as part of a street gang or a prison gang. They symbolise membership.
EXERCISE
Observe visual symbols within your surroundings and interpret the message. By using a camera phone, document 10 visual symbols, analyse this and discuss its importance in the next session.
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