Saturday, April 7, 2012

Information Rhythm

The presentation of information requires an understanding of the audiences perception and how to organize the information to create a flow or rhythm.
Visualizing a design using sketches, flowcharts and concept mapping assists the designer in creating rhythm and to realize their internal imaging. "It is important for information designers to be fully aware of internal thinking processes and mental models, for they influence communication processes and content as ideas take shape" (Jacobsen 195). In addition to these techniques, it is essential to view other works by designers to create a more universal perception to the information being displayed.
One source I like to use in making a design is video media such as youtube and television. These channels of media help in feeling a "pulse" of popular and creative concepts.
In my blog, I have included video examples of different design concepts using a youtube plugin.
Here is an example of one of my own design workflow videos...

References:
Jacobson, Robert. Information Design. Massachusetts: The MIT Press, 2000. Print.

1 comment:

  1. Nice presentation of your GA skills. I'm assuming you did it on a Mac? (Garage Band is why I'm asking.)

    Thanks for the peek into your workstyle.

    Scott G.

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