A Holly Jolly Christmas : Visualizing the crisis events of Christmas 2022
Design Role and Project Overview
In the creation of the Holly Jolly Christmas infographic for the Information is Beautiful Design Competition, I took on the role of conceptualization and design. This project aimed to visually depict the occurrence of violent events on a single day, December 2022, using Christmas illustrations and symbolism.
Approach and Key Features
Given the infographic's ironic theme, I opted to utilize holiday illustrations to convey the stark contrast between the festive season and the grim reality of violence worldwide. Through a wintry forest setting, Christmas trees were adorned with decorations representing both the victims and the regions affected by violent events, offering a poignant visual narrative.
Impact or Results
Although the infographic did not secure victory in the competition, it garnered attention from both my personal and professional circles for its creativity and distinctive approach to presenting data. The project served as a testament to the power of design in sparking meaningful conversations and eliciting emotional responses.
Design Role and Project Overview
For the "Holding on to Power" infographic created for VisionAfrique, my role was to conceptualize the design and execute its visual elements. This project aimed to shed light on the phenomenon of leaders extending their rule beyond constitutional limits in African countries.
Approach and Key Features
Given the sensitive nature of the topic, I approached the design with a focus on clarity and impact. Utilizing a timeline format, I visually depicted the tenure of various African leaders and highlighted instances where presidential term limits were altered or circumvented. Key features include color-coded lines representing modified terms limits and presidential images for enhanced engagement.
Impact or Results
The infographic received positive feedback from the Africa Center for Strategic studies team, who expressed admiration for its clarity and effectiveness in conveying complex information. It sparked discussions within the team and was shared during their weekly meeting, indicating its success in capturing attention and stimulating dialogue on the issue of political power dynamics in Africa.
