Editorial Cartooning PDF

JOURNALISM 1 QUARTER 3 Editorial What is an editorial cartoon? Newspaper editorial cartoons are graphic expressions of their creator’s ideas and opinions. In addition, the editorial cartoon usually, but not always, reflects the publication’s viewpoint. What is an edi...

JOURNALISM 1 QUARTER 3 Editorial What is an editorial cartoon? Newspaper editorial cartoons are graphic expressions of their creator’s ideas and opinions. In addition, the editorial cartoon usually, but not always, reflects the publication’s viewpoint. What is an editorial cartoon? Editorial cartoons, like written editorials, have an educational purpose. They are intended to make readers think about current political issues. What is an editorial cartoon? Editorial cartoons must use a visual and verbal vocabulary that is familiar to readers. Editorial cartoons are published in a mass medium, such as a newspaper, news magazine, or the Web. What tools does the editorial cartoonist use to communicate ideas and opinions with readers? Caricatures are drawings of public figures in which certain physical features are exaggerated. What tools does the editorial cartoonist use to communicate ideas and opinions with readers? Stereotypes are formulaic images used to represent particular groups. A stereotypical cartoon mother might have messy hair, wear an apron, and hold a screaming baby in her arms. What tools does the editorial cartoonist use to communicate ideas and opinions with readers? Symbols are pictures that represent something else by tradition. A dove is a symbol for peace. What tools does the editorial cartoonist use to communicate ideas and opinions with readers? Analogies are comparisons that suggest that one thing is similar to something else. The title of a popular song or film might be used by a cartoonist to comment on a current political event. Humor is the power to evoke laughter or to express what is amusing, comical or absurd. Examples of General Symbols in Editorial Cartooning 1. Pencil, pen and newspaper- journalism, freedom of the press. 2. Dove- freedom, peace, democracy. 3. Salakot- Juan dela Cruz representing the ordinary Filipino citizen. 4. Chain- Suppression of freedom, maltreatment, and slavery. 5. Kamatayan- danger, bad omen. 6. Syringe- cure, death sentence, drug addiction. 7. Crocodile- abusive person of authority. 8. Beggar- poverty 9. Mallet- justice 10. Blindfolded woman holding balancing scale- justice Examples of General Symbols in Editorial Cartooning 11. Waves- hindrance, problems 12. Mask- deceiver. 13. Eagle- bravery, strength, United States of America. 14. Bar of Gold- wealth 15. High rising building- development, progress. 16. Key- towards success and development. 17. Huge rock- tough situation, hindrance, obstacle. 18. Rising sun- hope. 19. Multi-tattooed man- criminal, ex-convict, bad man. 20. A skull with crossed bones- death, danger. Let’s analyze these editorial cartoons: Activity: Analyzing Editorial Cartoons Directions: Search on the internet 5 editorial cartoons and give a 3-sentence explanation for each of them. Write your answers on your LAS.