ILLUSTRATIVE FUNCTION IN CHILDREN'S STORYBOOKS ON THE LAW OF CAUSE AND EFFECT IN BUDDHISM

Abstract

One of the regional assets that have Religion is very important in Indonesia and plays a very important role in people's lives (Iqbal Hakim, 2020). The Law of Cause and Effect (Paticca samuppada) explains that everything that happens in the universe is a series of causals. According to Pediatrician, consultant for growth and development dr. Soedjatmiko Spa (K) Msi said children at the age of 7-12 years experience a stage of developing abilities and knowledge as they grow. However, not many children know the Buddhist teachings on the Law of Cause and Effect, therefore it is necessary to design a Children's Illustrated Book on Buddhism on the Law of Cause and Effect for ages 7-12 years. In order to increase a strong sense of morality and not be easily influenced by the negative values around them, illustrated books become an effective alternative medium for learning for children. The design method uses Robin Landa's method which consists of Orientation (Interview, literature and questionnaire), Analysis, Concept, design, and implementation. The design process uses adobe photoshop to get texture and depth in color.