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WRITING TO ANALYZE IMAGES
Miller, R. (2005). Motives for
writing (5th ed., pp. 303-380).
Boston, MA: McGraw-Hill.
Powerpoint for classroom use by Deborah Davis, Adjunct Faculty of English Composition. English 1101, 1105. Shawnee State University, Portsmouth, Ohio 45662
Introduction Image defined Elements of analysis Process of assignment Evaluation/Rubric Conclusion
When analyzing and image, a variety of elements are considered.
Element
Element
Element
IMAGEVisual representations of people, animals, object, and concepts . . .
SUBJECTWho or what is in the image?
NumberHow many figures or objects
(in or around)
PlacementHow are the figures arranged
PoseNatural or posed, why?
GazeWhat is the direction of gaze?
Mouth
Smiling? Unsmiling? Forced?
ColorColor or black/white? Why?
Light
Brightness?
Contrast?
Glare?
Size How large is the image?
Context Where was the original image?
Assignment Write a 5 paragraph image analysis on the approved image of your choosing. Use three of the discussed elements in your analysis. And APA format.
Pose
Color
Subject Light
Number
Gaze
Evaluation /Rubric
Content – Are the basic elements of the
assignment met?
Organization – Is the paper written in an
organized manner?
Style – Does the paper follow APA style?
Mechanics – Are the standards of
punctuation and grammar in order?
Other – Are research elements and
references accurate and current?
This paper will be graded on the COSMO scale with 20% to each piece of the scale:
ConclusionAs usual, the paper will reflect your attention to the elements of the assignment. It will be due at the end of class Friday, submitted via Blackboard, and returned Monday. Remember to include a copy of the image itself, properly cited and with an appropriate caption!
An image can add or detract to a paper. Properly analyzed, it can clarify and direct the readers attention appropriately.
What does your image bring to the table?
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