The document discusses editorial cartoons, which are illustrations on the editorial page that express opinion to influence readers. Editorial cartoons use exaggeration and humor to critique political and social issues in a single-idea format. They aim to appeal to readers' sense of humor while communicating the editorial staff's perspective. Cartoons can inspire, satirize, or correct. Effective cartoons focus on one topic, use simple and clear symbols, and present ideas accurately without needing many words. The document provides tips for creating editorial cartoons and lists common symbolic representations.
2. The word cartoon is derived from two words:
caricature and lampoon.
3. Caricature
A caricature is an
exaggerated description,
generally by sketching.
It defect or peculiarity is
exaggerated so as to produce a
ludicrous effect.
4. Lampoon
is a piece of malicious
writing, a personal written
satire that attacks and
ridicules.
5.
6. One of the oldest and most notable items in
the editorial page.
Editorial cartoon is an editorial page
illustration expressing opinion and
interpretation.
It is also called the “wordless editorial”
It perform any of the three functions of the
news press--to inform, to influence, or to
entertain.
7. A good cartoon appeals to the reader’s sense of
humor in order to persuade him to accept an
opinion.
The cartoon on the top editorial, should deal
with only a single idea. While the subject matter
covers a wide range of topics and purposes, the
typical cartoon is about political and social
conditions and problems.
Some cartoons are good-natured and
humorous; others are serious and sophisticated.
8. Need not be as professional-looking as those
found in national dailies.
Ideas of the editorial cartoons may be
suggested by the editor, or may come from
the cartoonist himself.
The name of the cartoonist is placed on the
cartoon, even if the idea is not his.
10. Will the cartoon hurt someone?
Is it over-exaggerated?
Is the cartoon decent?
Is the cartoon “corny”?
11. Know the main issue that you wish to draw a
cartoon.
Illustrate through the aid of effective symbols
that fit the general opinion of the editorial
staff on the issue.
12. 1. Use black ink pen or pencil on white paper.
2. Employ single stroke or line.
3. Shading can be employed for emphasis.
4. Focus on one topic only.
5. Limit the use of words and labels.
6. Use Universal or common symbols.
13. 7. Details in the drawing are not necessary.
8. Simplicity of the drawing is encouraged; simple
but the message is clear and intact.
9. Draw clearly facial expression and prominent
identity, especially when drawing persons.
10. You may apply allusion as background scene
such as superhero, gladiator, event in Calvary
and other common settings.
11. Present accurately the issue.
12. Limit the things to be drawn from three five
only to illustrate the idea.
14. a. Pencil, Pen and news paper- Journalism, freedom of
the press.
b. Dove- Freedom, peace, democracy
c. Salakot - Juan Dela Cruz representing the ordinary
Filipino.
d. Chain- Suppression of freedom, maltreatment and
slavery.
e. Kamatayan - Death or Bad omen
f. Syringe- Cure, death sentence, drug addiction
g. Crocodile-Abusive person of authority
h. Mallet- Justice
i. Beggar
j. blindfolded
15. k. Big waves
l. Mask
m. Eagle
n. Bar of gold
o. High rising building
p. key
q. Huge rock
r. Rising sun
s. Skull with crossed bones
t. Multi-tattooed man
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