Data Sketches: A Year of Exotic Data Visualizations

Explore a captivating conference talk from CSS Day 2018 where Nadieh Bremer, a freelance data visualization designer, shares insights from her year-long "Data Sketches" collaboration with Shirley Wu. Dive into the process of creating elaborate and geeky visualizations on monthly topics, learning valuable lessons in data handling, sketching techniques, and coding practices. Discover how initial rough ideas evolved through multiple iterations into unique and compelling visual stories. Gain inspiration from Bremer's experiences, including favorite projects, challenges faced, and innovative solutions. Understand the journey from concept to final product in data visualization, covering diverse themes such as travel, movies, math, and nature. Learn about the benefits of collaboration in creative projects and the importance of personal passion in professional work.