Cartoon Techniques and RD

Cartoon Techniques

• Symbolism: Using an object to stand for an idea. 
• Captions/Labels:  Use these for clarity and emphasis.
• Analogy:  A comparison between two unlike things.  This can emphasize certain shared characteristics, or it can make a more complex issue seem familiar and easier to understand.
• Irony:  The difference between the way things are, and the way things are expected to be.
• Exaggeration:  Overdoing the physical aspects of something or someone.  This can make a point about that person or thing, or it can make them easy to identify. 

Cartoon Models and Cartoon Analysis

Use the handouts linked above to analyze different cartoon examples.  When you finish, do the cartoon brainstorm (instructions are in the packet linked above), and the rough draft of your cartoon.

Cartoon Rough Draft

You need to have a rough draft cartoon ready for class tomorrow!  Make sure you are using some of the cartoon techniques listed above.  Try to make your perspective clear!

HOMEWORK:  Finish Rough Draft Cartoon.  DUE: Start of Class, Friday.