Meaning 1

Representational

This chair is a highly recognizable form of a Scorpion.  Although the chair looks to be comfortable, one might be cautious or even afraid to take a seat in it, due to our predisposed knowledge of Scorpions, being dangerous animals.  This chair might give the viewer a sense of adventure because we don’t typically associate comfort with poisonous animals.

Abstract

This photo is an example of abstraction, because of the kinesthetic quality of the visual even reduced to a basic level.  The hand holding the chopsticks is a silhouette which I believe gives more emotion than a detailed hand.  It makes the view think a little deeper into the photo.  I think this photo tells the viewer to take a step back from the life in the big city and realize there is a lot more to this world than where you live.  The chopsticks I think express this very well showing that the city is small in comparison to our potential.

Symbolic

This sign is a good example of symbolism because it incorporates the use of icons.  Icons use representational information to communicate meaning. For example this sign depicts the correct way to use the toilet.  Although sometime icons require cultural knowledge I believe this sign communicates how to use the toilet very well.