The first stage of figuring out where everything was going to go was to create a mock up and plan out what sides are where and how many sides there how, and what rotation each side was at as well. This made it so much easier when it came to actually producing the map and it’s content.
Map Feedback
Initially I was stuck on how to make the map appear really effective and for all the elements to gel together nicely, so I asked for feedback from peers.
This is the map as a result of the feedback.
They suggested to include the lines to the individual maps as dotted rather than one straight line, to make it look more like you’re travelling, creating movement. They also suggested to add arrows to the ends of these lines, so it is clearer that the smaller maps are close ups from key places on the large map. They said that the colours work really effectively, and create a cheerful, bright appearance. They said that the yellow and white small lines do look like roads, as as long as they aren’t blue this is the only possible thing for them to be.
This feedback was really helpful to ensure the map is as clear and legible as possible
Map Mock Up & Feedback
The colours used in Jasmijn Evans’ map really inspired the colours used in this map, as they created such a relaxed, friendly appearance but still used a lot of colour, creating a fun map, one that you’d actually want to look at and not be confused. Accurate colours were used for the map, to ensure it is as readable and easy to understand as possible. Red was used for the location numbers to contrast and stand out against the rest of the map, as these are vital elements for ensuring the success of the map.
Thin blue lines break up the location place information on the individual pages, however aren’t placed where the map creases. This was to ensure the map maintains a high standard of appearance for as long as possible, and placing the lines on the crease would cause them to wear off over time.
The feedback I received from peers suggested I should try the text on the map background in white, to make it appear lighter and fit in with the general happy appearance of the map better. They also suggested swapping the introduction page and location description page round, so the introduction is at the top, as this is where they look too first.
Publication Binding
The publication was bound using perfect binding, and this shows it whilst the glue is drying, pressed closed in a tight press to ensure the pages don’t slip and slide around. The use of white book rim adds to the tranquil, calm appearance of the publication, and easily blends into the surroundings so it doesn’t appear obtrusive. The use of perfect binding ensure there was no oversplay so parts of images didn’t get lost.
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