Project 4: A Map of Information

This project requires the use of information that we gather and then present with the various programs we have learned so far in this semester.  Infographics, information design, and mapping are three reference words that are used to explain this projects concept.  

I realized for my research, I wanted to observe my own habits of what I do in the time I have "free" or I am not in class or at work.  Also, my classes this semester are divided between core classes for my major and my minor. So I am looking at how much time I spend on each of these areas versus the other. Currently, there seems to be a difference between whether I'm on a computer working or studying from a book.  

Below are some research images I have found that might inspire this project and how my information will be presented graphically.  All images were found from the web during various searches.

 The image on the left shows how I am hoping to represent the various icons  with textures.





 I enjoy how the colors relate to one another in this image for the various graphs and charts.

For both of these images, I like the idea of a space that relates to the topic and has the information represented within it.

Final PSA Poster Design

This poster is designed for us to display a message of something that we feel strongly about.  While the design process of understanding Photoshop and the tools that the program offers took some time to understand how they all work together.  The final image shows a good mix of the various skills that I learned from this project.  The main image showing a sustainable house is really complex, so the need for a simple design on the rest of the poster helps to attract ones attention to this main image.  Remember to, "Choose wisely for our future.  Choose Sustainability."

PSA Poster

Here is an update on my third project I'm working on.  At this point I have come to discover some very useful tips on Photoshop and am learning that sometimes less is more for the viewer, especially with a complex idea.  Below are some images that I've used for this project and the first one was my design inspiration for the poster.   Only a few more days and a new post will come with the final product, so stay tuned!

found online at: Poster link

my image of the main doors at the Notre Dame in Paris

Sustainability image from the book:  Building Green by Tim Callahan and Clark Snell

Illustration by Neil Webb