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Sequential art utilizes shape language to indicate acoustics

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Since you cannot hear a drawing, illustrators manipulate geometry to control the volume. A jagged, exploding bubble forces your brain to read the text as a deafening scream, while a cloudy, floating shape instantly signals an internal thought, flawlessly hijacking your internal monologue without the presence of actual audio.

Sequential art utilizes shape language to indicate acoustics
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