Unit 4 – In the Eyes of Kids LLCE Première

HOW TO ANALYSE A PICTURE

➔ You can start by using this picture to describe the place

of different elements on a picture.

Mind your prepositions:

➔ Here are some techniques to look at when describing a picture (https://www.matrix.edu.au/beginners-

guide-year-9-english/part-7-how-analyse-images-visual-information/)

Colors/tone Think about the color choices and

what they represent.

Cool colors = sad or somber

Notice where certain things are

place and how it helps convey the
Composition message. Think about objects,
surroundings, and even what is
omitted.
The bubbles make the composition
crowded.

How oppositional or different

elements are placed together to
Contrast create conflict, interest, drama etc.

Usually, the placement of objects

Foreground/background indicates their significance

This refers to the way the body

Gestures/body language conveys feelings or emotions.

Holding hands indicates closeness

or love.
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Refers to how illuminated the image

is. It can be bright lighting, dim
Lightning lighting or even a filtered lighting.

Dim lighting = mysterious or scary

Space This refers to the empty parts of an

image. Empty space can indicate isolation
or loneliness.
Cluttered space can convey
busyness or chaos.

➔ Finally, here is a closer look on the meaning of colors:

(digitalsynopsis.com)