Personal Project
2022
Science Communication, Data Visualisation, Illustration
Takahē: Back From the Dead
Communicating conservation science in an engaging and accessible way.
Takahē: Back from the Dead is a series of three information design posters exploring the story of the Takahē, their rediscovery, the reasons they became endangered, and the conservation efforts helping protect them today.
The challenge was to communicate dense scientific information in an approachable and engaging way, resonating emotionally with a broad audience. Scientific information can be technical and inaccessible, so it was important to create a visual experience that encouraged curiosity and sustained attention while maintaining clarity and accuracy.
My roles:
Concept development and visual storytelling
Illustration and layout design
Typography and hierarchy systems
Final artwork execution
Opportunity
Use illustration and structured information design to generate empathy and accessibility.
The poster series combines bright, engaging illustrations with layered information design principles to make conservation education feel inviting and memorable. The friendly visual style draws viewers in emotionally, helping foster empathy and connection with the Takahē as a uniquely important native species of Aotearoa.
Each poster is carefully structured into sections with clear headings, markers, and visual hierarchy systems that guide the reader naturally through the content. While the posters contain a large amount of information, the use of colour, illustration, pacing, and composition creates moments of visual rest, making the learning experience enjoyable rather than overwhelming.
Outcome
An engaging educational experience through accessible science communication.
The final series transforms complex information about conservation into an approachable and visually engaging educational resource. The posters encourage viewers to connect emotionally with the Takahē and become invested in their story.
Educational design for science communication plays an important role in connecting communities with environmental issues they may not regularly encounter. This project demonstrates how thoughtful visual communication can support awareness, empathy, and public engagement with conservation efforts in Aotearoa.