Visual+Literacy



Jarret Ricci 2.7.11 3010 Dr. Chung

Visual Literacy

 After viewing the “Overproteined” visual image I feel that the image accomplished its goal. The visual used decorative, representative, organizational, and interpretive visual techniques to teach the viewer something. The cheeseburger, chicken and hotdog images represented the information while making the chart visually attractive and organized to whoever is looking at the image. The subtle contrast of colors separated data, the alignment of information and the proximity of the images and information makes the information fluid and simple to read while not distracting the viewer or taking much time.

 I think that the image was successful under the ACE specifications. Giving the set of information we can see what the point of the image was and what the creator was trying to do. Alignment, proximity, and repetition give the image flow of information while the shape and color work with the purpose of the image. The type or font is simple and clean; not distracting the viewer from the point. The repetitive pattern of type keeps you reading and looking until you have completely moved through the image. The spacing is very tight and I think a little clutter or makes me feel a little claustrophobic.

 I think that the image as a whole is a success as I said earlier. The spacing is my main concern. I feel that there is a lot going on in a small space. I think that the image could be improved by making it a little larger or maybe even putting the information in a horizontal patterned image that would read more like a list. I do like that it is not aggressive or obnoxious and contains light humor and pop culture.