In learning the art of storytelling by animation, I have discovered that language has an anatomy. Every spoken word, whether uttered by a living person or by a cartoon character, has its facial grimace, emphasizing the meaning.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Animation taught that words carry physical expressions that emphasize their meaning.
- In plain terms
- Every word spoken has a face that shows what it means.
- What can you take from it?
- Nonverbal cues are essential to clear communication.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How much meaning is lost without body language?
- What role does expression play in your work?
Another view
It assumes all spoken words have visible facial expressions.
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