what is an editorial cartoon?
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What Is An Editorial Cartoon?
A brief guide to the “what, why, and how” of editorial cartooning.
So, What Is It?
They’re graphic interpretations of opinion & thoughts on a topic
Created for newspapers & affiliated websites
Not always politically oriented
What Is It?
Editorial Cartoons reflect current events
Often created under strict deadlines to remain relevant
Not the typical multi-panel set up
What Is It?
What Makes An Editorial Cartoon Great?
Line Work and Smart Writing
Originality: Have your own style & voice
Have an angle & opinion
Don’t let the picture or the text stand alone. Make sure they need each other
What Makes It Great?
What Should You Use When Creating One?
Symbols - Use widely recognized symbols to make a point.
Caricatures – Exaggerated features on prominent figures is a classic editorial move
Humor – Remember that the whole objective is to make a point humor or satire.
What Should You Use?
