BLOG POSTS

Visualisingdata.com was launched in 2009 primarily as a blog, to continue the momentum of my learning from studying the subject via a Masters degree. By using this platform to write about data visualisation work, resources, and developments it helped to continue refining my knowledge and convictions. Over time, an audience for these posts grew and, from there, so too did professional opportunities.

The frequency of posting has calmed in its intensity since those early days, but I continue to publish articles and share announcements that track developments in both my professional experiences as well as across the field at large.  

Here is the full collection of latest and archive blog posts covering articles, design commentaries, new work announcements, and general news from across the data visualisation field.

Explore Explain S4 E3: Steph Bradley

Welcome to S4E3 of Explore Explain, a long-form video and podcast series about data visualisation design. In this episode I chat with Steph Bradley, a freelance designer based in Chicago, USA.

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Explore Explain S4 E2: Will Chase & Jared Whalen

Welcome to S4E2 of Explore Explain, a long-form video and podcast series about data visualisation design. In this episode I chat with Will Chase, Visual Stories Editor, and Jared Whalen, Data Visual Journalist, both working at Axios and based in the US.

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The scrap metal art of Jason Heppenstall

This is a slight departure from the normal topics covered on this blog, though it does still concern creativity and the use of materials to create representations. I wanted to share a more personal, non-work related piece in celebration of artistic talent.

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Posting and publishing intentions

Looking around, I didn’t think there were quite enough reflective pieces about Twitter and announcements about future publishing plans, so I thought I should write mine…

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Explore Explain S3 E9: Francis Gagnon

I’m delighted to launch the third season of Explore Explain, a long-form video and podcast series about data visualisation design. For episode nine it was a pleasure to welcome Francis Gagnon, founder of Voilà:.

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Bletchley Park podcast: Episode 143

During the early months of the year I had the pleasure of providing external consultancy around data visualisation in the shaping of a new temporary exhibition at Bletchley Park titled ‘The Art of Data’.

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Explore Explain S3 E8: Ros Pearce

I’m delighted to launch the third season of Explore Explain, a long-form video and podcast series about data visualisation design. For episode eight it was a pleasure to welcome Ros Pearce, of The Economist.

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Explore Explain S3 E6: Sam Parsons

I’m delighted to launch the third season of Explore Explain, a long-form video and podcast series about data visualisation design. For episode six it was a pleasure to welcome Sam Parsons.

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The end of “the best of…”

After 153 editions, just over 12 years after posting my first, I have decided to end my attempts to monitor and publish collections of the best visualisation content encountered each month.

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Best of the visualisation web… December 2021

Since 2010 I have compiled and published monthly collections of links to some of the best, most interesting, or thought-provoking data visualisation-related content I come across. Here’s a collection of content collected during December 2021.

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Best of the visualisation web… November 2021

Since 2010 I have compiled and published monthly collections of links to some of the best, most interesting, or thought-provoking data visualisation-related content I come across. Here’s a collection of content collected during November 2021.

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Best of the visualisation web… October 2021

Since 2010 I have compiled and published monthly collections of links to some of the best, most interesting, or thought-provoking data visualisation-related content I come across. Here’s a collection of content collected during October 2021.

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Best of the visualisation web… September 2021

Since 2010 I have compiled and published monthly collections of links to some of the best, most interesting, or thought-provoking data visualisation-related content I come across. Here’s a collection of content collected during September 2021.

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Best of the visualisation web… August 2021

Since 2010 I have compiled and published monthly collections of links to some of the best, most interesting, or thought-provoking data visualisation-related content I come across. Here’s a collection of content collected during August 2021.

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Best of the visualisation web… July 2021

Since 2010 I have compiled and published monthly collections of links to some of the best, most interesting, or thought-provoking data visualisation-related content I come across. Here’s a collection of content collected during July 2021.

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Best of the visualisation web… June 2021

Since 2010 I have compiled and published monthly collections of links to some of the best, most interesting, or thought-provoking data visualisation-related content I come across. Here’s a collection of content collected during June 2021.

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Best of the visualisation web… May 2021

At the end of each month I pull together a collection of links to some of the most relevant, interesting or thought-provoking web content I’ve come across during the previous month. Here’s the latest collection from May 2021.

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Podcast

Explore Explain S4 E3: Steph Bradley

Welcome to S4E3 of Explore Explain, a long-form video and podcast series about data visualisation design. In this episode I chat with Steph Bradley, a freelance designer based in Chicago, USA.

Read More →
Podcast

Explore Explain S4 E2: Will Chase & Jared Whalen

Welcome to S4E2 of Explore Explain, a long-form video and podcast series about data visualisation design. In this episode I chat with Will Chase, Visual Stories Editor, and Jared Whalen, Data Visual Journalist, both working at Axios and based in the US.

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Podcast

Explore Explain S4 E1: Neil Richards

Welcome to S4E1 of Explore Explain, a long-form video and podcast series about data visualisation design. In this episode I chat with Neil Richards, Global Data Fluency Lead at JLL.

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Announcements

The scrap metal art of Jason Heppenstall

This is a slight departure from the normal topics covered on this blog, though it does still concern creativity and the use of materials to create representations. I wanted to share a more personal, non-work related piece in celebration of artistic talent.

Read More →
Announcements

Posting and publishing intentions

Looking around, I didn’t think there were quite enough reflective pieces about Twitter and announcements about future publishing plans, so I thought I should write mine…

Read More →
External

Bletchley Park podcast: Episode 143

During the early months of the year I had the pleasure of providing external consultancy around data visualisation in the shaping of a new temporary exhibition at Bletchley Park titled ‘The Art of Data’.

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Announcements

The end of “the best of…”

After 153 editions, just over 12 years after posting my first, I have decided to end my attempts to monitor and publish collections of the best visualisation content encountered each month.

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Announcements

I’m taking a ‘learning’ sabbatical

Last month marked 14 years since I first discovered the subject of data visualisation and started the process of developing my knowledge. It is 10 years since I began my exit from ‘normal’ employed life to become a freelancer specialising in this field

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Announcements

My book won an industry award!

This is a belated announcement to share some exciting news (for me) that my book has won an award! Last week my book won CILIP’s ‘K&IM Information Resource Award’ for a printed publication.

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Announcements

Seeking a UK-based freelance AV producer/editor

am about to resume work on my Explore Explain podcast and video series, with a second season of nine episodes. A big difference from Season One is that I have unfortunately lost the exceptional services of my long-time collaborator, Matt Knott, who has got himself a brilliant new job.

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Design

New project: ‘The Seinfeld Chronicles’

I am delighted to announce the completion, the unboxing, and finally now the launch of my new data visualisation project, The Seinfeld Chronicles, a book exploring the rhythm and texture of every episode of Seinfeld.

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Announcements

Looking ahead

September is a good time for reflection and attempts at renewal. I’ve just returned from a two-week break, with partially recharged batteries, and after a prolonged period of non-blogging it feels a suitable time to consider where things are and look at where they are going.

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Announcements

Sneak preview: ‘The Seinfeld Chronicles’

A couple of years ago I embarked on a passion project to visualise Seinfeld, with the ambition of creating a large, detailed printed product to explore the rhythm and architecture of how this show was composed.

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EDITOR'S SELECTIONS

Here’s a selection of some of my favourite posts from down the years:

New project: ‘The Seinfeld Chronicles’

I am delighted to announce the completion, the unboxing, and finally now the launch of my new data visualisation project, The Seinfeld Chronicles, a book exploring the rhythm and texture of every episode of Seinfeld.

Read More »

Making sense of streamgraphs

Over the past couple of months I’ve noticed a number of new examples of streamgraphs working their way around the web. It has prompted me to finally get around to visiting this subject because these graphs always seem to stir great debate, one which seems to perfectly encapsulate the ongoing challenges faced within the visualisation field

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Making sense of streamgraphs

Over the past couple of months I’ve noticed a number of new examples of streamgraphs working their way around the web. It has prompted me to finally get around to visiting this subject because these graphs always seem to stir great debate, one which seems to perfectly encapsulate the ongoing challenges faced within the visualisation field

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