Exercise 2.1: Informations – Davidson Young

The Raging Waters Map focuses on the activities and experience at the park. It conveys joy, excitement, and action to attract visitors.

Less is a bore 

There’s so much going on. There’s so much to do at Raging Waters! The map turns basic objects like building into birthday cakes, roofs into a ticket, and an ice cream cone as a location marker.

Baby face bias

What a cute dragon! I want to ride the dragon’s tail!

Picture Superiority Effect

A picture is worth $25.40. It uses illustrations instead of words to communicate the activities that take place on the map.

Recognition over recall

The map uses familiar icons to communicate important information including first aid, handicap locations, and restrooms.

Movement

Again, the experience is center stage. The map conveys the action through movement in the illustrations.

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