Data Visualization with Alternative Mediums

Learn how to combine data visualization with unexpected mediums, such as embroidery, to create physical meaningful works of art and design

• Introduction
• Applying Data to Your Art
• Designing and Crafting Your Work
• Documentation and Sharing
• Final project

The unlikely fusion between embroidery and data visualization is what makes graphic designer Olivia Johnson’s work so unique. Through her work, she has created artistic pieces that raise awareness of social issues like women’s rights. Her work has been featured in publications like Brand New, Creative Boom, Page Magazine, and It’s Nice That.

In this online course, she takes you through her creative process to design and make an original data visualization piece with alternative materials. Discover how to craft a visual design that communicates a strong and important message.

• About Me
• Influences
• Medium Adds Meaning
• Data Sources
• Introduction to Cross Stitch
• Different Ways of Visualizing Data
• Creating Your Chart Design on Illustrator 1
• Creating Your Chart Design on Illustrator 2
• Translating Your Chart Design to a Pattern in Photoshop
• Begin Cross Stitching Your Project
• How to Finish Your Piece
• Documenting Your Work and Applying Digital Labels
• Sharing Your Work
• Advice
• Data Visualization with Alternative Media