"First published as Picture This: Perception and Composition by Bullfinch Press/Little, Brown and Company, Boston, 1991."

Building the emotional content of pictures -- The principles -- From intent to execution -- Finally, in defense of instinct -- Now ... begin, Further exercises.

"Everyone knows that a picture tells a thousand words. But what about the elements that make up a picture? Using the tale of Little Red Riding Hood as an example, Molly Bang uses boldly graphic artwork to explain how images--and their individual components--work to tell a story that engages the emotions: Why are diagonals dramatic? Why are curves calming? Why does red feel hot and blue feel cold? First published in 1991, Picture This fans will welcome the new edition's striking redesign and introduce its insights to many other artists and art appreciators alike."