Test early and test often
Testing your visuals is crucial when it comes to ensuring that your message comes across and is understood correctly. You may get it, but the only way you can be sure others do, is by testing.
Get feedback from independent, unbiased users. If people don’t get it, it is probably too complicated or unfocused, or it is failing for other reasons. Get feedback and learn how your information is perceived and understood. Iterate and adjust accordingly or even start all over if necessary.