Northeast Blackout of 2003 - Information Graphic
This information graphic illustrates what happened in the 2003 Northeast Blackout. After
extensive research, the final poster contains information about the cascading
effect of the power loss, a time line, a geographical graphic, and information
about power distribution. Symbols, opacity levels, lists, and grouping techniques
were all used as a way to organize and lay out the composition to allow for
a functional and educational experience when engaging in the information.
The purpose of this piece was to create a visual representation using an abundant amount of data, intended to present complex information quickly and clearly. The goal was to find a way to improve cognition by utilizing graphics to enhance the human visual system’s ability to see patterns and trends.