Core values
In a world of colourful, interactive, big data it can be easy to forget that straightforward infographics still have their part to play, adding breadth and depth to news stories as the BBC correctly describe it. Here are two good…
Explained.
If you want a current example of the value of infographics look at this. Based on structured content, simple visuals and intelligent interaction it delivers its explanation effectively. It goes back to (my) first principles: Done well, infographic design clarifies,…
Before you hit the ‘chart’ button…
By and large most charts originate from a set of absolute figures, that is to say the actual numbers of people, or $ of GDP, or barrels of oil. However I’m suggesting you should pause before you hit the ‘chart’…
The best bits of 2012
As 2013 starts I thought I’d pull together some of the best things that I’ve said, seen, heard and learnt in 2012. Starting with a definition of infographics I still stand by my first tweet back in March that stemmed…
‘Say what you see’
I recently found myself inviting a workshop group to ‘say what you see’. And then I had a flashback… 1980s… Roy Walker… Catchphrase… anyone? This came about from a litmus test I have for successful visual journalism: can you still…