IMAGE
This charming illustration from Chloe Perarnau captures such a lovely sense of family life. The relatable imagery conveys multiple ideas, making the image universal yet personal in the idea each viewer can perceive. Perarnau employs a restricted yet well manipulated primary colour palette, complimenting the juvenile style of the work. Simplistic shapes and varying textures create a playful aesthetic, with a sense of awkwardness noted in the body language and expression of the characters.
IDEA
I particularly love the confused, snobbish expression on the face of the man in glasses as this reveals a great sense of humour and Perarnau's sensitivity to the issues presented.
The image appears satirical through the awkward, restricted expressions of the characters, perhaps suggesting the incompatibility of generations, or the chaos of meal times. Perarnau's image seems commercial in the sense that it encourages the relationships and family values promoted by meal times, yet also appearing comical through the mischief notable under the table.
CONTEXT
As an illustration from a children's book, the image does appear informative and almost educational, serving as a children's guide to family culture. The image does however seem to suit an editorial background with the illustration perhaps complimenting an article on food traditions in a cookery or lifestyle magazine. Then does the image also become persuasive for children to engage more with food.
Chloe Perarnau's illustration creates a comical, silly image, encompassing textures and colours familiar to a child audience.
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