INFORMATION DESIGN - EXERCISES 1 & 2

Week 01 - Week 02

Tiffany Tan Xuan / 0362472

Information Design / Bachelor of Design (Hons) in Creative Media

Information Design - Exercises

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INSTRUCTION

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Exercise 1: Quantifiable Information 

– Quantify raw data and visualize information as a photograph

A is a visual representation of numerical data that allows for easy interpretation and analysis. 

Instruction:
Gather a set of objects and separate it into category such as color, shape, pattern, and other quantifiable factor.
Example:

1. Box of Lego
2. Jar of button
3. Jar of marble ball
4. Set of colourful rubber strap

In this exercise you're required to quantify our chosen objects and arrange them into a presentable layout or chart. 
The information must be presented as is, and you need to arrange the objects with relevant indicators written out with pens to help you to visualize the quantity and data. The examples of objects that can be use are buttons, coins, lego pieces, M&Ms, and more.

Submission:

1. Photo of the random objects before sorting out
2. Objects sorted out by categories (2 - 5 category)
3. Write and design the information on a piece of papers.  

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I started by sorting your M&Ms into groups based on a quantifiable attribute. The easiest way is by color, then lay them out neatly so each color is clearly visible.

Once sorted the M&Ms in group, I started arrange the M&Ms on a surface to form the patterns.

After presented the patterns, I counted the number of M&Ms in each patterns and record the numbers down.

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Exercise 2: L.A.T.C.H Infographic Poster

Instruction:

1. Organize a group of information into a visual poster that combines and utilizes the LATCH principles (Minimum 4). 

2. You are required to use the digital photo editing/illustration software available to assemble the information into a LATCH infographic poster. 

3. You are allowed to reuse back the images but you have to create the rest of visuals to complete the poster.

Requirements:
1. Size resolution: A4 size
2. Progress and submission link on E-Portfolio.

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L.A.T.C.H

    L (Location)

    A (Alphabet)

    T (Time)

    C (Category)

    H (Hierarchy)

I decided the topic is about ice cream, so I searched for ice cream infographic poster designs.

After decided the topic, I referred some layout that how I want my poster to be.

References: 

   

Sketches: 

Ive done 3 sketches for my poster design, I decided to use the 3rd one.

Final LATCH poster:

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REFLECTION 

After looking at both exercises, I found them very interesting and helpful. They taught me how to organize and present information in a clear and creative way.

Exercise 1 was about showing data using visuals. I liked how it made me think about making numbers easy to understand. It was a little confused because I had to choose the best visuals for the data. But once I got the idea, it became easier. This exercise is useful because it helps people understand information quickly without reading too much text. 

Exercise 2 was about using the L.A.T.C.H method (Location, Alphabet, Time, Category, Hierarchy) to organize information. I enjoyed this one because it allowed me to be creative with colors, shapes, and layouts. It made me think about how to guide the viewer’s eye and make the poster easy to read. The "Hierarchy" part was a bit tricky because I had to decide which information was most important. Overall, this exercise was fun and taught me how to make information look neat and attractive. My suggestion is to include more tips on balancing text and visuals so the poster doesn’t look too crowded.

Both exercises were great for learning how to present information visually. They helped me understand the importance of design in communication.