Understanding visual hierarchy is crucial when learning graphic design, layout design, UI design, motion design, or any other visual communication medium. Learn all about it in this video.In visual communication, we don’t get a lot of time to convey a message. In addition, our vocabulary of design elements is highly subjective and open to viewer interpretation. So visual hierarchy is a great tool to help you communicate clearly. It governs how the elements of a composition are organized to guide the viewer's eye and ensure they receive the message the designer intended.