as trials r comming up, this monday for me, i thought i would put up some notes to help everyone out. they may or may not be useful
The book cover- “The Ivory Trail” from the stimulus booklet represents that the individual may encounter new horizons by realising the limitless power of the imagination. The text provides an imaginative journey for responders as they are drawn to speculate upon the text and visuals provided. The text type’s purpose is to appeal to readers to purchase/read the book, however the references made to reality challenges responders to question the erratic, mysterious and obscure nature of the journey itself. This is communicated through the ambiguous, photographic montage of the sphinx, face close-up and minarets. An exotic setting is portrayed through the back drop of the eastern minarets and the sphinx’s Egyptian associations. The idea of a rare journey is evoked in the title: “The Ivory Trail”. Ivory is symbolic of the rare material from tusks of elephants and is known for its illegal trade. This exotic and rare allusion also evokes feelings of intrigue and mystery which gives an impression for the responders that this text is an imaginative journey.
The caption: “Not all journeys have an ending” is used by the composer to encourage the actualization responders come to after exploring the possibilities presented to them. It expresses an idea of continuum by suggesting that imagination itself does not have an end and that only through imagination continuum can be achieved. The dominant colours of red, black and orange and the use of shadows depict an atmosphere of fear, passion and threat. Subsequently responders do not reach a resolution or a nirvana in this imaginative journey. Through the use of techniques constructed by the composer there is an acceptance by the responders of the imagination to present infinite possibilities as they encounter this journey.
Through the use of language techniques, visual techniques and rich layered imagery all the various composers quoted revealed that the power of imagination can transport their readers into new worlds where their imagination is their only limit. The texts take on new horizons with each reader who brings with him or her a different outlook and energy with which to continue the imaginative journeys which have been crafted by the composers but completed by the readers. Imaginative journeys are constructs of the mind. The facets of the mind are the vehicle by which imaginative journeys are made including memory, the imagination, dreams, fantasy and hallucinations.
Imagined world
A young person's encounter with the wonder of the exotic East that leads to understanding and maturity.
Collage bringing together the eyes of a young person and images (he will presumably see on his journey) associated with Eastern cultures.
Speculation/Inspiration
The book cover invites the reader to speculate about the narrative and is designed to motivate the viewer to purchase it.
The Ivory Trail suggests both travel and detective work, possibly to track of ivory poachers. The super heading, Not all journeys have an ending, is enigmatic and acts as a teaser. The use of reds and golds favoured by eastern cultures signify richness and danger to its western readers.
Challenges to thinking
Ambiguity of colour and images lead the reader to question the values traditionally associated with these colours and images of the East.
The colours place the time of day at sunrise or sunset and the face is overlaid with the image of shifting sands. This could symbolise the hope of a new day or the end of old ways.
Broaden understanding
The opposition of east/west is dissolved into a new form which acknowledges the power and beauty of both.
The collage drawing together icons of the East viewed by western eyes is overlaid by ambiguities of genre, colour and time to give a sense that there is much to know and understand.
The book cover- “The Ivory Trail” from the stimulus booklet represents that the individual may encounter new horizons by realising the limitless power of the imagination. The text provides an imaginative journey for responders as they are drawn to speculate upon the text and visuals provided. The text type’s purpose is to appeal to readers to purchase/read the book, however the references made to reality challenges responders to question the erratic, mysterious and obscure nature of the journey itself. This is communicated through the ambiguous, photographic montage of the sphinx, face close-up and minarets. An exotic setting is portrayed through the back drop of the eastern minarets and the sphinx’s Egyptian associations. The idea of a rare journey is evoked in the title: “The Ivory Trail”. Ivory is symbolic of the rare material from tusks of elephants and is known for its illegal trade. This exotic and rare allusion also evokes feelings of intrigue and mystery which gives an impression for the responders that this text is an imaginative journey.
The caption: “Not all journeys have an ending” is used by the composer to encourage the actualization responders come to after exploring the possibilities presented to them. It expresses an idea of continuum by suggesting that imagination itself does not have an end and that only through imagination continuum can be achieved. The dominant colours of red, black and orange and the use of shadows depict an atmosphere of fear, passion and threat. Subsequently responders do not reach a resolution or a nirvana in this imaginative journey. Through the use of techniques constructed by the composer there is an acceptance by the responders of the imagination to present infinite possibilities as they encounter this journey.
Through the use of language techniques, visual techniques and rich layered imagery all the various composers quoted revealed that the power of imagination can transport their readers into new worlds where their imagination is their only limit. The texts take on new horizons with each reader who brings with him or her a different outlook and energy with which to continue the imaginative journeys which have been crafted by the composers but completed by the readers. Imaginative journeys are constructs of the mind. The facets of the mind are the vehicle by which imaginative journeys are made including memory, the imagination, dreams, fantasy and hallucinations.
Elements of the Imaginative Journey
Interpretation of the Text
How elements are depicted
A young person's encounter with the wonder of the exotic East that leads to understanding and maturity.
Collage bringing together the eyes of a young person and images (he will presumably see on his journey) associated with Eastern cultures.
Speculation/Inspiration
The book cover invites the reader to speculate about the narrative and is designed to motivate the viewer to purchase it.
The Ivory Trail suggests both travel and detective work, possibly to track of ivory poachers. The super heading, Not all journeys have an ending, is enigmatic and acts as a teaser. The use of reds and golds favoured by eastern cultures signify richness and danger to its western readers.
Challenges to thinking
Ambiguity of colour and images lead the reader to question the values traditionally associated with these colours and images of the East.
The colours place the time of day at sunrise or sunset and the face is overlaid with the image of shifting sands. This could symbolise the hope of a new day or the end of old ways.
Broaden understanding
The opposition of east/west is dissolved into a new form which acknowledges the power and beauty of both.
The collage drawing together icons of the East viewed by western eyes is overlaid by ambiguities of genre, colour and time to give a sense that there is much to know and understand.
