Short Definition
A detailed spoken or written description of visual elements, such as objects, actions, or settings, provided to make visual content accessible to people with visual impairments.
Relevance
Attempts to make visual content comprehensible to all, yet often struggles to capture the nuance of images, underscoring the need for more comprehensive descriptions that respect cultural and contextual variances.
Further Reading
Lewis, V. (n.d.). How To Create Helpful Visual Descriptions For Visually Impaired Audiences [Guide]. Veronica With Four Eyes. https://veroniiiica.com/how-to-create-visual-descriptions/