The work aims to explore the Chinese language in contemporary graphic design from the perspective of visual narrative theory with Jiangnan culture as the context carrier, so as to promote the modernization of Chinese traditional culture and the innovation of graphic design methods. On the basis of systematic research and arrangement of visual narrative theory, the basic characteristics of visual narrative of Jiangsu graphic design works with Jiangnan culture as the carrier were analyzed firstly, and then the visual narrative methods and structures of posters and books were expounded, and the model was constructed from four dimensions of narrative content, plot setting, expression approach and visual design. Finally, the design narrative strategies were summarized from the text, images, and the combination of text and images. Through the analysis and summary of the narrative strategies and models of the graphic design exhibition works of "Seeking Jiangnan etical and practical value for contemporary graphic design innovation.