Re-Viewing Visual Literacy in the “Bain d’ Images” Era By Maria D. Avgerinou
The article "Re-Viewing Visual Literacy in the 'Bain d’Images' Era" explores the evolving concept of visual literacy in the contemporary "Bain d’Images" era. "Bain d’Images" refers to an immersive visual environment shaped by the rapid increase of images in our daily lives. The author argues that traditional frameworks of visual literacy may be insufficient to address the challenges posed by these influxes of images, causing a reevaluation of how we perceive and engage with visual information. The author argues that definitions of visual literacy fall short of addressing the nuances of today's image-saturated culture. The "Bain d’Images" era, characterized by the constant consumption of visuals through various media, demands a more sophisticated understanding of visual literacy. By emphasizing the importance of adapting educational practices to learning critical graphic skills and having people navigate, interpret, and communicate effectively in our world, I found that It was a great idea as many people quickly dismiss art, especially digital art, due to the amount images people are shown daily. The author highlights the significance of empowering people to decode visual information and actively engage in visual expression and emphasizes the need for educational institutions to adapt their curricula to reflect the changing dynamics of visual communication. Overall, I felt like the author made excellent points, and I think that deciphering between all the images we see throughout our daily lives should be included in education because many people cannot see through it. I think it would help people explore the world more emotionally and empathetically.
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