The Siang Ching Paper Charts are Masterfully Crafted
Vivian Lau — August 28, 2012 — Art & Design
References: pattern-matters & creativitea.org
The Siang Ching paper charts are a new type of educational resource that blends the lines between gallery exhibit and educational resource.
There is an old adage, 'A picture is worth a thousand words,' whose relevance could not be truer than in today's rich-media focused society. The rise of Instagram, Tumblr and Pinterest play off the innate draw of vivid visuals. It is this reason that also lends to the popularity of infographics, which can present information spanning a number of topics in an animated way. The Siang Chiang mortality stats chart melds art and digital graphic design into one. The life-sized gallery-worthy infographic is made out of folded pieces of colored construction paper, yielding a result of tangible, 3D representation of the world's leading mortality factors.
There is an old adage, 'A picture is worth a thousand words,' whose relevance could not be truer than in today's rich-media focused society. The rise of Instagram, Tumblr and Pinterest play off the innate draw of vivid visuals. It is this reason that also lends to the popularity of infographics, which can present information spanning a number of topics in an animated way. The Siang Chiang mortality stats chart melds art and digital graphic design into one. The life-sized gallery-worthy infographic is made out of folded pieces of colored construction paper, yielding a result of tangible, 3D representation of the world's leading mortality factors.
Trend Themes
1. Infographic Art - Using art and design to create visually appealing infographics that convey information in a dynamic way.
2. Interactive Educational Resources - Blurring the lines between gallery exhibits and educational tools to engage learners in a more immersive and interactive experience.
3. Multi-dimensional Data Visualization - Using physical materials and techniques to bring data visualization into the physical realm and provide a unique perspective on complex information.
Industry Implications
1. Art and Design - Exploring new possibilities for artists and designers to collaborate with educators and create visually captivating educational resources.
2. Education and Training - Developing innovative teaching methods that leverage interactive and visually immersive experiences.
3. Data Visualization - Advancing the field of data visualization by incorporating physical elements and materials to enhance the understanding and impact of information.
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