2. Editorial Cartoon
An editorial cartoon, also
known as a political cartoon,
a drawing containing a
commentary expressing the
artist's opinion.
3. Editorial Cartoon
It typically combines artistic
skill, hyperbole and satire in
order to question authority and
draw attention to corruption,
political violence and other
social ills.
5. Editorial Cartoon
They are intended to make
readers think about current
political issues.
Editorial cartoons must use a
visual and verbal vocabulary that
is familiar to readers.
6. Editorial Cartoon
Editorial cartoons are published
in a mass medium, such as a
newspaper, news magazine, or
the Web.
Editorial cartoons differ from
comic strips.
7. Tools in Communicating Ideas and Opinions
Caricature
Caricature - is a rendered image showing
the features of its subject in a simplified
or exaggerated way through sketching,
pencil strokes, or through other artistic
drawings.
15. Tools in Communicating Ideas and Opinions
Shading
Shading is one of the fundamental
aspects of art. It takes your creative work
to the next level and it can visually add a
new dimension to your art.
19. Cross Hatching
Hatching over laid at right-angles.
This can be done with different
colors, or carried through multiple
layers, to create a textured effect.
21. Scumbling
Scumbling uses layers of
small scribbled marks to
build up value and texture.
Varying the direction adds
more interest than a simple
circular scribble
23. Stippling
Stippling, which is also
known as pointillism, is a
very common form of
shading that people
commonly use with pens.
Stippling bears a strong.
77. Lettering
Make sure that the label on your
editorial cartoon is readable.
Use blocked letters.
Make sure that the lettering is
well - spaced and well- planned.
82. Tips in Editorial Cartooning
1. Use a single idea
2. Try not to be literal
3. Be factual or realistic
4. Do not overcrowd your cartoon
5. Innovate: Instead of ax, use chain
saw
83. Tips in Editorial Cartooning
6. Understand the topic.
7. Find keywords in the given topic.
8. Make a clear opinion on the issue.
Are you for or against? Know your
stand.
9. Cartooning involves action.
84. Tips in Editorial Cartooning
10. Editorial cartooning is related to
the real world.
11. Editorial cartooning can be
compared to movies, tv shows,
cartoons or any fad.
12. Abstracts ideas.
Editor's Notes
#3: HYPERBOLE- exaggerated statements
SATIRE- the use of humor, irony, exaggeration, or ridicule to expose and criticize peoples stupidity.