Lesson 6: Imaging and Design For Online Environment

Source: https://visual.ly/community/infographic/other/infographic-about-infographics?utm_source=visually_embed

                Creating a web page is like creating a work of art. there are certain things that you                 need to consider in order to get your message across. the previous lesson we learned          how to create an effective Powerpoint presentation. Some of those tips can help you             in making your graphics and layout design.

          

            

       Basic Principles Of Graphics and Layout

             1. Balance. It is the weight of objects, texture,

                 colors, and space is evenly distributed on 

                 the screen.

                Source: https://medium.com/@chadengle/the-lost-principles-of-design-ded9311b1266

                           2. Emphasis. An area in the design that may 

                  appear different in size, texture, shape or

                  color to attract the viewer's attention.

                             Source: http://lukkassonaligd.weebly.com/elements-and-principles-of-design.html

            3. Movement. Visual elements guide the

               viewer's eyes around the screen.

                        
                           Source: http://lukkassonaligd.weebly.com/elements-and-principles-of-design.html

           4. Pattern, Repetition and Rhythm.These are the repeating visual element on an image or layout to create unity in the layout or image. Rhythm is achieved when visual elements create a sense of organized movement.

             

                            

                            Source :https://www.pinterest.com/pin/61502351137739319/ 

          5. Proportion.Visual elements create a sense  of unity where they relate well with one another.

                               

                                               Source: https://pittkyle123.files.wordpress.com/2011/08/proportion-scale-1.gif

                            6. Variety.This uses several design elements to draw a viewer’s attention.                    

              

               

                              Source: https://pittkyle123.files.wordpress.com/2011/08/unity-variety-2.jpg

                              Infographics- Are used to represent information,

               statistical data, or knowledge in a graphical manner

              it is done in a creative manner to attract the viewers

              attention. Infographics makes complex data become

             more visually appealing to an average user.

                      Reasons to use infographics:

                1. Infographics Can easily catch your targeted audiences’ attention. 

                2. Infographics Can make your content more understandable.

                3. Infographics Can help cover heavy topics in an enjoyable way.

                4. Infographics Are the champions when it comes to online sharing.