welcome to dc-described! we're a team of fans who use this blog to collect and create image descriptions for blind and visually impaired fans. dm us if you'd like to be a mod or view our pinned for more information on accessibility.
[icon image description: a panel of barbara gordon as oracle. she is turning away from a her computer to glare at someone offscreen and wave her finger disapprovingly. end image description]
[header image description: a panel of barbara looking at an array of computer screens with a distracted expression. she is in a batman themed sweater and has a mic placed on her face. end image description]
Helpful information regarding image descriptions here!
What are image descriptions for?
Image descriptions are an accessibility tool made to help visually impaired people understand what an image looks like. While they are mainly for visually impaired people, they can also be helpful in other scenarios such as when someone has bad internet and the image won't load. Anyone can make image descriptions, and if you are interested in making some yourself, feel free to check out the resources we have listed above!
Why do you copy and paste the alt text into a reblog? Isn't a post with alt text already accessible?
While alt text is great, it isn't always reliable. Especially on a site like tumblr. The size of alt text cannot be adjusted for anyone with bad eyesight and it's common for alt text to sometimes just glitch out. Additionally the size of the ALT button can be difficult to see and click.
Because of this, we often copy and paste alt text onto the post itself via reblog so that visually impaired people can view it more easily.
This does not necessarily mean that alt text is a bad thing! Having any image description (regardless of the placement) can be immensely helpful. But including an ID onto the post itself is even better.
How do I write an image description?
I suggest reading [this] post! It is by mod bug and has lots of information and resources! You can also find these resources [here] at our resources page!
Some basics from that post:
Prioritize object, action, and context. What are we looking at, what is going on, and what is the surrounding environment? What do you need to understand about the image?
While describing art, it is important to consider what the most important details are. Especially in a complex work of art, descriptions can get pretty long and wordy which can be counterproductive and overwhelming to those who need them. Prioritize important details that are important to understanding the work of art. It’s okay to leave out some of the details out for the sake of readability.
Related answers: [here], [here], and [here]
How should image descriptions be formatted?
An image description should always be directly after the image, rather than under other text like the post’s caption.
Do not put it under a readmore, as the description will break if the original poster deletes the post/blog or changes their url.
It should always be in plain text with no formatting. Do not use small text, bold, italics, colored text, other fonts, etc. as not all screenreaders can handle these properly.
Use correct spelling and grammar when you can, but always transcribe accurately even if the text is grammatically incorrect or spelled wrong! You want to be as accurate to the original image as possible. Alternatively, spell it correctly but note how it was misspelled.
Transcribe symbols and emojis where you can! Some screen readers and some visually impaired people struggle with these. For example, instead of phonetically describing a heart emoticon (which would come out as "less than three") simply state that the image uses a heart emoticon instead.
What are your blogs rules for posting?
We reblog anything related to DC comics, including art, panels, and edits.
We reblog any posts related to accessibility that will make tumblr safer for visually impaired people.
Reblogs are not endorsements. We do our best to tag everything (including ships, characters, and triggers) properly but we will not avoid describing something because it makes anyone uncomfortable. If you believe something has been improperly tagged please send us an ask.
We will not reblog anything related to OC's or other fan-made characters.
We will not reblog uncredited art.
We will not reblog anything unrelated to DC.
Can I tag you in anything me or my friends described?
Yes, always! In fact we encourage you to tag us in anything so long as it is related to DC.
Please do not tag us with und3scribed artwork to request a description. Send it to our ask box instead!
Can you make an image description for me?
We would be more than happy too! Send us a link via the inbox and we will get to you ASAP! We will do our best to describe it when we can, but please be patient with us!
What if we made or reblogged an ID with a mistake?
Send an ask and let us know! It may take us a little time to see it, but we will fix it as soon as we can.
If your question isn't answered here, feel free to send us an ask. Thanks for reading!
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[ID: Fanart of Duke Thomas and Cassandra Cain from DC comics sitting together. Duke is in a yellow hoodie and black pants while Cass is in a purple hoodie. Duke winks and sends the viewer a peace sign as Cass smiles warmly. The background is a light blue square set against a white background. End ID]
[ID: Edits of Mia Dearden and Oliver Queen from DC comics set against an orange background. Mia is in an orange top and jeans while Ollie is in his Green Arrow uniform without the Robin uniform. In the first edit, Ollie and Mia touch hands as she sits down and he stands above her. They are both smiling.
In the second edit, Mia rests her head in her hand while glaring at Ollie. He lays a hand on her shoulder apologetically. End ID]
[ID: Chibi fanart of the New Gods from DC Comics. The page is designed like a mother box and features Orion, Lightray, Big Barda, Scott Free, Serifan, Shilo Norman, Vykin, Big Bear, Beautiful Dreamer, Mark Moonrider, and Metron. End ID]
Clearing out the drafts! Stickers done for the @fourth-world-fan-projects calendar.
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[ID: Wonder Woman, wearing blue shortpants with white stars. She has a large golden belt and a red bustier topped with a golden eagle-shaped metal plate. A similar golden shape is echoed in her tiara accented with a red star. She has large silver bracers. End ID]
[ID copied from alt text: panel one: a greyscale picture of batgirl. babs says "you saved his life" panel two: holding the picture, babs says "I can't thank you enough". panel three: babs shows the picture to cass and says "yes, that's me. it was a long time ago", cass points and seems curious about the photo. panel four: showing only their hands, babs hands the photo to cass and says "take it. I want you to have it." panel five: cass holds the photo and smiles down at it.
panel one: a greyscale picture of batgirl. babs says "you saved his life" panel two: holding the picture, babs says "I can't thank you enough". panel three: babs shows the picture to cass and says "yes, that's me. it was a long time ago", cass points and seems curious about the photo. panel four: showing only their hands, babs hands the photo to cass and says "take it. I want you to have it." panel five: cass holds the photo and smiles down at it. End ID]
[ID: Four characters from DC Comics: Su Lehmon, Crush, Thrust, and a reimagining of New 52 Lobo. Su is blown up larger in the background, shaking her fist and scowling. Crush has her hand on her hip, Thrust is reading a dirty magazine, and Lobo is standing idly while wearing a loose white shirt, black pants and straps. The second page is the full zine text. End ID]
Lobo Bastards for the @dcwhoswho zine!! written pieces, fiff's design + character AU belongs to the wonderful and talented @transguygardner!
[ID: Fanart of Jennifer Lynn-Hayden and Todd Rice from DC comics. Jenn speaks to Todd with a tired expression as she says, "Alan wants you to stop saying "sweet dreams slut" to him when he says good night." Todd replies, "Whos Alan." Jenn slaps him on the back as she gestures wildly and says, "Are you fckn (fucking) serious. Our father don't play dumb." Todd laughs and replies, "Oh that slut." End ID]
[ID: Fanart of John Jones from Absolute Martian Manhunter rubbing his chin with a thoughtful expression as The Martian and Despair the Zero speak behind him. The Martian's speech bubble shows a picture of a puppy with the caption, "Everyone gets a puppy." Despair the Zero's speech bubble shows someone on the toilet grabbing toilet paper with a caption that reads, "Diarrhea forever." End ID]
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[ID: Fanart of Diana of Themyscira from DC comics fighting against Giganta. Giganta, with an angered expression, kneels down and raises her hand to slap Diana as she floats up to attack Giganta.
The second image shows Diana fighting against Circe. She has Diana trapped with her own lasso and pulls it with a grin as Diana tries to break free. Both drawings are set over orange backgrounds. End ID]
[ID: Fanart of Bruce Wayne and Edward Nygma from DC comics. Bruce, as Batman, holds Edward in a bridal carry as Edward wraps his arms around his neck and looks away with a furious blush. Bruce has a vaguely annoyed expression. End ID]
[ID: Two drawings of Kon-El from DC comics in his 90's Superboy uniform. The drawing on the right shows him from an above-view as he looks up at the viewer with a smug grin and raises his sunglasses. The second drawing shows him from the back, revealing the House of El symbol on his jacket. He turns his head to the side and touches his hair. The background is gray and decorated with stars. End ID]
[ID: Fanart of Kyle Rayner from DC comics as White Lantern. He holds the Earth in his hand as half of his mask melts away, revealing him looking at it with a tired yet loving expression. The background shows space and is decorated with images of other planets and birds. The bottom of the art is framed by constructs of grass. End ID]
[ID: Fanart of Clark Kent, Kara Zor El, and Kon El from DC comics. Clark is using his super strength to hold up the Earth as he closes his eyes and sweats profusely. Kon and Kara sit on top of it as Kon gives a peace sign and Kara holds up a sign that says, "Aliens 4 Earth." End ID]
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[ID: Roy Harper themed Valentine's Day pin-up. He's dressed scarcely with several red straps around his arms, along with gloves, underwear with a heart cut out on the cheek, and oversized boots. He turns around to wink at the viewer as he hoists his arrow above his shoulder and holds his bow with his other hand. A heart-shaped target in front of him shows that he hit it perfectly three times. End ID]
[ID: Fanart of Cassie Sandsmark and Jinny Hex from DC comics set against a blue background. Cassie holds Jinny over her knee and places her arms around her waist as she floats upward and grins. Jinny places her arms around Cassie's shoulders to steady herself and looks around with a shocked and awed expression. End ID]
