This week during an infographic critique we were brainstorming ways to make a certain data set more effective and clear. We decided that a comparative bubble chart would be an effective method as it would allow a reader to easily compare and comprehend the difference in the values. We started testing out the idea and [...]
How to Post an Infographic: Set Yourself Up for Success
Getting online content to “go viral” is not an exact science. There is no special equation that when followed will work each and every time. There is a lot at play and many of the factors you simply don’t have control over. So what do you do? Well, at a minimum, make sure the things [...]
Creating an Effective Infographic — Part 2
I recently posted the first 3 steps in my Infographic workflow. Like I mentioned previously, my goal is to share my workflow with you in hopes that it will assist you in either (a) getting started on your first Infographic or (b) refining your own workflow. Last time we covered (1) Ideation, (2) Gathering Data [...]
Creating an Effective Infographic – Part 1
How do I create an effective infographic? Whether you are an infographic newbie or seasoned infographic designer never stop asking yourself that question. A good designer never stops learning, experimenting and revising. Even the most refined project or process in your portfolio could be improved upon in some way. Over the past few years I [...]
Infographics from Hell
Every day countless infographics are posted, viewed, and shared. Many of these infographics fall far below their potential. Here are some common design pitfalls that will drag your infographic straight to Hell (I realize this is overdramatic, but it’s almost Halloween -give me a break). PITFALL 1: FAILING TO VISUALIZE DATA You are designing an [...]
The Content Omniverse [Infographic]
The Internet has become an infinite pool of shared data, images, and content. While it’s challenging to fathom the growth of this “Content Omniverse”, this infographic sure does help! Source: CopyPress
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