This Logo Moves Me: Dynamic Imagery from Static Images

Keywords

dynamic imagery, logo design, brand attitudes, engagement, perceived movement

Abstract

The authors propose that static visuals can evoke a perception of movement (i.e., dynamic imagery) and thereby affect consumer engagement and attitudes. Focusing on brand logos as the static visual element, the authors measure the perceived movement evoked by the logo and demonstrate that the evoked dynamic imagery affects the level of consumer engagement with the brand logo. They measure consumer engagement through both self-report measures and eye-tracking technology and find that engagement affects consumer attitudes toward the brand. The authors also show that the perceived movement– engagement– attitude effect is moderated by the congruence between perceived movement and brand characteristics. These findings suggest that dynamic imagery is an important aspect of logo design, and if used carefully, it can enhance brand attitudes.

Original Publication Citation

Cian, Luca, Aradhna Krishna, & Ryan S. Elder (2014), “This Logo Moves Me: Dynamic Imagery from Static Images,” Journal of Marketing Research, 51(April), 184-97.

Document Type

Peer-Reviewed Article

Publication Date

2014

Publisher

Journal of Marketing Research

Language

English

College

Marriott School of Business

Department

Marketing

University Standing at Time of Publication

Full Professor

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