Radical Mapping

3 units

Maps are instruments of power and worldbuilding. But maps—mappings—are also instruments for revealing local knowledge and critical histories. Mappings are thus useful tools for telling multiple spatial narratives that stage alternate possible design futures. This class introduces interdisciplinary theories and practices of map making and mapping for designers. We will test methods of critical cartography and techniques of visualization drawing on multiple forms of data and sites. Note that students enrolling in this class must be fluent in Adobe Illustrator or In Design software. The course otherwise provides an introductory tutorial on ArcGISPro geospatial software via the WashU Libraries Geospatial Resource team.