1. Signs and Symbols
Concept # 2: All media constructions involve the use of forms, conventions, and codes.

2. Okay, so now you know that reality is constructed . . . But HOW?
Signs and Symbols:
Write down the costume that would be given to an actor for the following parts:
Superhero
Office manager
Lawyer
Homeless person
Drunk

3. Denotation and Connotation
Although there are surface meanings for every object, there are also associations made with many objects, whether consciously or subconsciously done . . .
What do the following objects suggest:
Rainbow
Maple leaf
Cowboy boots
Orange jumper/overalls
Diamond ring

4. Even colours can have connotations
Match the following:
Purple
Red
Gold
Green
Black
Blue
White
Purity
Environmentally-Conscious
Royalty
Depressed
Love
Wealthy
Gothic
Colour Theory

5. Designing CD & DVD Covers with Symbols
You will choose one genre of film or music and create a cover using a never-before used title/group and symbols that will reveal the genre.
Symbols include objects or events that represent a stereotype or generalization.
Genres of Film:
Horror
Action
Drama
Comedy
Romance
Thriller
Genres of Music:
Country
Jazz
Pop
Rock
Heavy Metal
Classical