Making Sense
"Resolving tensions or finding new ways to frame an issue often requires some counterfactual thinking."
Semioticians based in — or originally from — the European continent
"Resolving tensions or finding new ways to frame an issue often requires some counterfactual thinking."
"A mental shift needs to happen — a shift in the way you see and interact with signs."
"The key is to develop the ability to see, not just look."
"You have to be both an actor and an observer."
"I’m a huge advocate of semiotics explained in consumer-friendly language."
"It’s a bit like 'Don’t mention the war!' — Don’t mention semiotics!"
"No matter how challenging the brief, the solutions are always to be found within the evidence at hand."
"Pure semiotic skills don't automatically translate to adept meaning-making."
"Depending on the situation, philosophy or linguistics may be the more relevant approach."
"If you’re obsessed with culture, if you over-analyse everything… then that’s enough to get started."
"Deal with the basics of semiotics without being distracted by the sometimes complicated theory."
"Semiotics is a lens that adds depth, intrigue, and even magic to the everyday."
"Semiotics is always useful, like a Swiss Army Knife."
"Go out there and discover connections nobody has made yet."