"Visual reflections" refers to the act of analyzing and interpreting a visual image, like a photograph, or painting, to critically examine its meaning, message, and underlying details by considering elements like color, composition, and symbolism, often used as a learning tool in educational settings to encourage deeper understanding and critical thinking about visual texts.
Key points about visual reflections:
A way to reflect on a visual text:
A visual reflection is a way to consider and support your thoughts and impressions about a visual text, such as a photograph, illustration, drawing, poster, or advertisement.
A way to reflect on a learning experience:
A visual reflection can be a way to look back on a learning experience and consider the future. A visual template can help structure the reflection.
A way to reflect on a visual image:
A visual reflection can be a way to analyze an image, such as by noting how the foreground and background are used to create meaning.
A way to reflect light:
Reflection is the process by which light bounces off a surface. In installation art, artists can use reflective materials to create illusions and transform spaces.
A way to reflect in photography:
Reflection photography is a type of photography that uses a reflective surface. For example, a landscape photograph of a mountain reflected in a lake is a reflection photograph.
Take a moment now and come explore A Photographic Reflection Exhibit by Sr Fran Glowinski, OSF.
