Using Humor Images And Cartoons In Presentations

Have you talked in front of many people? Have you wondered what to do in

order to get your ideas across?

Any public speaker who has faced a crowd of listeners knows that humor has a

great effect and brings out a point like nothing else. I have talked to many presenters and all of them say they have a number of jokes up their sleeve, as well as visual gags -- CARTOONS.

Cartoons can be of great help in the communication with the audience -- once a

little humor is injected, the point is easier to make and the message is better understood, and the audience will pay closer attention to details or points you want to get across. Cartoons, as all visuals (illustrations or pictures), make a long lasting impression in a person's mind and can, without doubt, help them understand the material.

There is a lot in making a successful public speech. Some people are born

orators, while the rest of us have to struggle with our own fears and the listeners' indifference. Timing is very important key to any speech, talk, presentation etc. That's why it is wise to use some outside help like inserting a cartoon at the right place -- that way you will liven the monotonous text and have more control over your presentation. The cartoon will additionally give you some extra time to gather

your thoughts and go on with the speech, while the audience is having a laugh or two. BTW, it is a scientific fact that laughter releases endorphins that make people feel relaxed and overall happy. That way cartoons in your presentation will make for a more receptive audience.

People will remember you and will contact you again for

more.

As you see, cartoons are a great ice-breaker. But the way you will use them is

also of the essence. Will you use a black and white cartoon, or

a color cartoon? Just one cartoon, or a series of cartoons? Captionless

cartoons, or cartoons with text? All these elements will

have a different impact on your audience. For example, if you use some black and

white cartoons followed by a full color cartoon, that will

liven up, and even speed up the presentation. Or you may use a single cartoon as

a way to refer to the printed manuals you might have

supplied prior to the start of your presentation.

But where can you find a suitable cartoon for your presentation or speech?

Thankfully, with the Internet, finding and licensing a cartoon

is easier than ever! There are web sites that will provide you with a great

selection of cartoons on different themes. You may try web site like:

presentation cartoons from http://www.etoon.com or

business cartoons from

http://www.bettercartoon.com/

If you have a little more money to spend and want to stand out of the crowd, you

may consider hiring a cartoonist like Vlad Kolarov to create a custom

cartoon

or illustration just for you. Some businesses find that method extremely helpful

in communicating with clients or employees.



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Cartoons - A Popular Humor Dose

In Modern times, the meaning of cartoon has changed a lot from what it used to be in fine art of middle ages and renaissance period. In modern contexts, cartoon refers to a visual presentation that produces humor and satire. The word cartoon has originated from the Italian "cartone" and Dutch/Flemish word "karton", meaning strong, heavy paper board or dashboard.

Newspapers and magazines are the most popular media where the cartoons are shown. The modern cartoons are drawn as one drawing and are often supported by a caption written just beneath the cartoon or in a speech balloon. These cartoons are mostly called gag cartoons. Peter Arno, renowned cartoonist of The New Yorker, is considered to be the father of gag cartoons. Some famous gag cartoonists include- Charles Addams, Gary Larson, Charles Barsotti, Chon Day and Mel Calman.

Editorial cartoons are an integral part of the newspapers and news magazines. The humor shown in these cartoons is of somber nature. Irony and satire are found in them as the essentials. Editorial cartoons or political cartoons give a commentary on the current political or social situations. Editorial cartoons are also shown with speech balloons or the rough caption written on the cartoon itself or beneath. Herblock, Mike Peters, David Low and Gerald Scarfe are most acclaimed political cartoonists.

Cartoons have made a permanent niche in electronic media too. Since kids like cartoons a lot, almost every entertainment channel show some cartoon programs. Above all, full time cartoon channels have been launched and they grab a significant share of the total television viewing. In electronic media these cartoons are called animations. People like Walt Disney, have created some cartoon characters that are the on the tip of the tongue of the individual, who once has been a kid. Tom and Jerry, Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck etc. are the world famous and lovable cartoon characters.

Cartoons are made on plethora of topics. Almost all aspects of life are covered in the cartoons, though in humorous way. Please visit

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