English Language Study of Cartoon analysis Slides Using MArvel CArtoons as well as comic strips to analyse the level of communication in the frames. Very nice use of comic book style to analyse the inherent meaning in the visual aspect of these. Spiderman across the spiderverse used as an example of cross between types of media

1. Cartoon Analysis
We analyse cartoons to peel back the layers of humour or imagery
and find the hidden messages – it's like cracking a visual code!

2. Watch the next video
Freeze Frame randomly
Analyse

4. See what you can
observe and
understand about this
comic?

5. Discuss
1. How easy is it to analyse visuals without a structure.

6. SEEING
By following the SEE-ING method, you can ensure a comprehensive analysis that considers both the visual aspects and the
deeper meaning of the cartoon.
S - Observe and Describe the Scene
● Start by closely examining the visual elements of the cartoon.
● How many panels are there?
● What is the layout?
● Are there speech bubbles or captions?
● Describe the characters, setting, and any background details.

8. E - Examine the Elements
● Look for specific artistic choices used by the cartoonist.
● Is there exaggeration, symbolism, metaphor, irony, or labelling?
● Why do you think the cartoonist used these techniques?

9. Ironic/Symbol/Metaphor/Exaggeration

10. E - Explore the Emotional Impact
● How does the cartoon make you feel?
● Is it humorous, satirical, critical, or something else?
● Consider the use of colour and facial expressions.

11. ● What emotions are evoked in the following clip?
Exclude music and movement.
● Only comment on the contents of a single frame
at a time.
● This is not quite cartoon analysis, but the lines
are blurred intentionally in this film by mixing
comic book style with cartoon movie style.

13. Identify
visual and
verbal
presence of
emotion.

14. I - Identify the Intended Message
● What is the cartoon trying to convey?
● What is the cartoonist's point of view or bias?

15. N - Navigate the Context
● Is there any current event, historical context, or information about the
cartoonist that might be relevant?
● How does understanding the context enrich your analysis?

16. G - Generate Connections
● How does the cartoon relate to broader social or political issues?
● Can you connect it to something you've learned elsewhere?