"Visual vocabulary" refers to the collection of images or visual elements used to convey a particular idea, theme, or message. It is like using pictures or symbols instead of words to communicate and express something visually. Full definition
The absurdity of life in the stories is amplified in the bold visual vocabulary of the paintings. (creativeboom.com)
Her series of large - scale ink and color drawings demonstrate a systematic visual vocabulary with surreal imagery. (bigredandshiny.org)
Above all, they turned away from figurative traditions and explored a new visual vocabulary based overwhelmingly on geometric forms, sharp planes and a primary palette. (wallpaper.com)