Design Cheat Sheet – Visual Storytelling

Sequential Art  

- Storytelling through comics, graphic novels, and visual narratives.  

- Powerful medium for communication and emotional impact.  

Metaphoric Design  

- Uses metaphors, analogies, and symbolism in visuals.  

- Conveys complex ideas or emotions in engaging, thought‑provoking ways.  

Story Arc  

- Shapes narrative progression: Exposition → Rising Action → Climax → Falling Action → Resolution.  

- Captivates audiences, builds emotional connections, and conveys messages effectively.  

Iconography  

- Creation of clear, universally understood visual symbols.  

- Simplifies complex concepts and guides user interactions.