Christine Strothotte Boeken

This practical and informative book highlights the relationship between pictures and linguistic representations of information. The authors define a new classification for pictures that focuses on the tasks users carry out with the help of images on computer screens, and present a model for analyzing and influencing the flow of information. For specialists in computer science, the book bridges the gap between computer graphics and human-computer interaction, while for general readers, it offers a wealth of insights and practical advice on how to use pictures as a medium of communication.

Exploring the nature of pictures, the book delves into the fundamental question of what constitutes a picture, encompassing a wide range of forms from icons to photographs. It examines the commonalities among these diverse representations and the reasons we often prefer visual communication over text. The discussion includes various methods of creating images, such as painting, photography, and computer-generated graphics, while considering the underlying principles that unify these processes. This inquiry highlights the intricate relationship between imagery and technology.