INFORMATION DESIGN / EXERCISE 1 & 2

 

||  22/04/25-13/05/25
||  Sun Jia Yi / 0370449
||  Information Design / Bachelor of Design (Hons) in Creative Media
||  Exercise 1 & 2

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. Lectures 

2. Instructions

3. Feedback 

4. Reflection 

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LECTURES 

Week 1: 

In the week 1, Mr.fauzi introduced the MIB for this module.In addition, he described the first activity and told us to bring the necessary supplies to class for the next session.  We were also given information regarding the group project, which required us to divide into groups of six to ten kids.  Mr. Fauzi described eight different kinds of infographics to us in class on Wednesday, including:

• List infographics
• Statistical infographics
• How-to infographics
• Timeline infographics
• Comparison infographics
• Map and location infographics
• Flowchart infographics
• Process description infographics

                                                                           Week 1 lecture

We looked at Exercise 1 in class and tried out various methods to make our template.  I brought a variety of coloured and shaped binder clips to use as my "data."  Throughout the session, Mr. Fauzi gave direction.  Before class concluded, we also divided into groups for the group project and talked about potential topics.

Week 2/ L.A.T.C.H Theory

We started off the class by having a lecture. Mr. Fauzi taught us about the L.A.T.C.H theory:

• Location
• Alphabet
• Time
• Category
• Hierarchy 
  

                                                           Week 2 lecture

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INSTRUCTIONS 

This is the Module Information Booklet for this Module: 

First Exercise: Quantifiable Data 

• Quantify unprocessed data and display information as a picture.
• Numerical data represented visually for simple analysis and interpretation. 

Instructions: Compile a group of items and classify them according to colour, shape, pattern, and other measurable characteristics.

 For instance:

 1. A Lego box

 2. Button jar

 3. A marble ball jar

 4. A multicoloured rubber strap set, among other things.

You must quantify the items we have selected and organise them in a visually appealing chart or layout for this exercise.
To assist you visualise the quantity and data, you must arrange the things with pertinent indicators spelled out with pens and portray the information exactly as it is. Buttons, money, Lego pieces, M&Ms, and other items are examples of items that can be used.

Submission: The report from the e-portfolio includes

1. A picture of the random items prior to sorting
2. Items arranged according to categories (2–5)
3. Use an A3 sketch paper to write and design the information.

Week 1 

In this week's lesson, we practiced Exercise 1.  We were told to bring coloured pens, A3 paper, and an item that could be divided into several categories.

Unsorted data:

Data - Pushpin

Step 1 - Sorted：

I began by grouping the clips according to color in an attempt to organize the mayhem. This step made it simpler for me to spot patterns and possible combinations by allowing me to visually distinguish between various sets of clips. 

Sorted data

After the data sorted, my idea would be a inforgraphic for flower structure. I have take egg flowers as reference. 

Reference_ Egg flowers

Final work

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

2. Progress and submission link on E-Portfolio.

SUBMISSION:

1. Final poster attached to this submission.

2. E-Portfolio link attached to this submission.

References 

Our second exercise, the L.A.T.C.H. exercise, was introduced to us during the second week. In this exercise, a collection of data was arranged into a visual poster using the L.A.T.C.H. principles (location, alphabet, time, categories, hierarchy). 

References 

Progress

My theme revolves around fitness routine , and I find categorizing fitness routine   incredibly interesting. So, I decided to create some research and present my findings as an infographic in my poster.

L → LOCATION (Body Areas You Train)

• Upper Body

• Push-ups

• Shoulder press

• Dumbbell rows

A → ALPHABET 

food 

• Apple 
• Banana  
• Cherry
• Date

T → TIME

Morning/ Night 

S → STEP

Warm up 

Strength Training 

Cardio

Cool-down/ Stretching 

I have created four illustrations for four sections: exercise , food, time and step. Below is the my process: 

 

The process of creating the poster 

Process

The process of creating the poster 

After my the  Mr.fauzi said i must use the digital photo to edit so I redesign the illustration part (change the illustration to the digital photo).

The process of creating the poster 

Final Poster

Final Poster in A4 size

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REFLECTION

I developed a deeper comprehension of how to classify and quantify unprocessed data in order to produce a visual representation during Exercise 1. I was able to better understand how information can be presented in an interesting and understandable way by using the practical method of classifying and arranging objects according to measurable characteristics like color, shape, and pattern. Because well-arranged, even basic objects can tell an engaging story, this exercise reaffirmed the significance of visual clarity and organization in infographic design.

Going on to Exercise 2, I was especially intrigued by the L.A.T.C.H. theory since it offered a methodical approach to information organization through the use of Location, Alphabet, Time, Category, and Hierarchy. I chose to study and classify Disney princesses according to these guidelines because I'm really interested in them. I was able to experiment with various information presentation techniques during this process, making the content both aesthetically pleasing and educational.

All things considered, these exercises improved my capacity to organize data visually, guaranteeing that information is both aesthetically beautiful and simple to comprehend. Additionally, I gained a greater understanding of infographic storytelling, where the arrangement of data greatly affects the audience's interest and understanding. I want to use these guidelines in my upcoming work to produce infographics that are more organized, understandable, and visually appealing.