Writing@CSU Guide
Designing Documents: Using Illustrations
Whether writing for a scientific, technical, or business journal, plan your illustrations before you begin writing: It will reduce your narrative. Then write around your illustrations, or better yet, let the illustrations carry the message. Consider the following when preparing illustrations:
- Communication Approach
- Audience
- Intended Message
- Style
Once you have considered the above factors, then you can think about:
- Preparing Illustrations Yourself
- Borrowing Illustrations
- Hiring an Illustrator