Visual Communication is a multi-disciplinary field encompassing graphic design, illustration, fine arts (like drawing and painting), multi-media, and photography.
It applies the fundamentals of major art forms to “professional problem solving.” In other words, you’ll be using art to convey specific ideas and messages.
Visual aids are mainly used to help audiences of informative and persuasive speeches understand the topic being presented. Visual aids can play a large role in how the audience understands and takes in information that is presented.