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#6 Gestural

 Book Definition:

The way movement, such as body language, can make meaning. Including facial expressions, hand gestures, body language, interaction between people. 

My Definition: 

The meaningful movement of a persons arms or facial expressions that carry meaning and show the persons feelings. 

Example:







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