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1. The Semiotic Landscape: Language
and Visual Communication
Presented by: Jerome Alicante
Understanding How Signs Shape Meaning

2. Introduction to Semiotics
●Semiotics is the study of signs and symbols in
communication.
Key components:
●Signifier: The form of the sign
●Signified: The concept it represents
●Helps decode meaning in different forms of
communication.

3. The Semiotic Landscape
●Refers to all semiotic resources like language,
images, and gestures.
●Constantly evolves with culture and society.
●Influences how messages are constructed and
understood.

4. Language as a Semiotic System
●Language conveys meaning through
structured symbols.
Characteristics:
●Arbitrariness
●Productivity
●Displacement

5. Visual Communication in Semiotics
●Uses visuals like images, symbols, and design.
Elements:
●Color
●Layout
●Imagery
●Conveys complex messages and transcends language
barriers.

6. Multimodality in Communication
●Combines multiple semiotic modes (e.g., text,
image, sound).
●Example: Advertisements, videos.
●Enhances message richness and appeal.

7. Case Study – Analyzing a Visual
Advertisement
●Example: Fast food ad with bright colors,
smiles, tasty food.
●Signifiers: Visual elements
●Signifieds: Emotions like happiness,
satisfaction
●Cultural context affects interpretation.

8. The Role of Culture in Semiotics
●Culture influences semiotic resources and
meanings.
● Symbols vary across cultures.
●Awareness of cultural differences ensures
effective communication.

9. Conclusion
●The semiotic landscape includes all systems of
meaning-making.
●Language and visuals are key components.
●Understanding semiotics improves
communication and interpretation.

10. References
●Kress, G., & van Leeuwen, T. (2021). The
Semiotic Landscape. Routledge.
●Chandler, D. (2002). Semiotics: The Basics.
Routledge.
●Danesi, M. (2004). Messages, Signs, and
Meanings. Canadian Scholars Press.