Journal study: Creating Effective Visual Metaphors

The paper examines the use of visual metaphors with specific reference to human interaction with computers. this is understandable is the increased usage of mobile devices in particular rely on images to signify words. Gaining a better understanding of how visual metaphors may be considered, designed and used within other mediums may advance my own practise in treating such topics.
Visual metaphors can become easily recognised and even become part of an unspoken language when used correctly. However the metaphor firstly must be understood which requires learning.
The paper looks at how we use and create visual metaphors, what the requirements are and also how we can combine the visual with verbal. The areas of interest within this paper are highlighted and shown below, again this may become a point of reference in future.