애니메이션 캐릭터의 시각적 요소와 대사에 따른 성격 표현 : 티니핑 캐릭터 분석

Abstract

This study comprehensively analyzes the relative importance of visual elements and dialogue in expressing the personality of animated characters, emphasizing which factor has a greater impact on character design. Previous research has primarily focused on limited elements such as color or physical features, lacking comparative studies on the effects of various visual elements and dialogue in personality expression. To address this gap, this study examines six main characters from the popular Korean animation series Catch! Teenieping, focusing on diverse visual elements such as color, props, and symbols, while also utilizing text mining to extract personality traits from their dialogues. The Big Five personality model was applied to quantitatively analyze each character's personality traits, enabling a comparison of the effectiveness of visual elements and dialogue in conveying personality. The findings reveal that visual elements are more effective than dialogue in delivering character personality, directly influencing audience impressions and understanding of the characters. This paper underscores the importance of visual design in animation character development and suggests prioritizing visual elements for effective personality portrayal. This research is expected to contribute to character design strategies not only in animation but also in various visual media such as games and webtoons.