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?