Why put a map in an event program? Maps are everywhere Internet, Phones, GPS devices Attendees need a map of the event’s venue, not its location Map Illustration for Final Project Copyright © Texas Education Agency, All rights reserved. Images and other multimedia content used with permission. 1

What software should be used to create a good map? Industry standard Illustration software Nearly all office productivity software includes drawing tools Many graphic and photo editing software programs have drawing tools as well Map Illustration for the Final Project Copyright © Texas Education Agency, All rights reserved. Images and other multimedia content used with permission. 2

Criteria for Printed Program: Computer-Illustrated Map A map of the venue for the event should include: Main Event rooms or area for the event Concessions Vendors Restrooms Information Booth Map Illustration for the Final Project Copyright © Texas Education Agency, All rights reserved. Images and other multimedia content used with permission. 3

To create a map illustration (part one): Determine how big the map will be when printed Create a ‘Skeleton’ of the building / venue Add booths, restrooms, and other necessary areas Add text to label everything Map Illustration for the Final Project Copyright © Texas Education Agency, All rights reserved. Images and other multimedia content used with permission. 4 Info booth Concessions / eating area Main stage AMain stage B Results Men Women Singing Practice Room Shoes Wigs Art Dresses T-shirts Raffle Items & booth Photos

Shoes Wigs T-shirts Photos To create a map illustration (part two): Add a Legend if necessary Add the name and/or logo of the event venue ‘Brand’ the map with the event’s logo Map Illustration for the Final Project Copyright © Texas Education Agency, All rights reserved. Images and other multimedia content used with permission. 5 Info booth Concessions / eating area Main stage A Main stage B Results Men Women Singing Practice Room Art Dresses Raffle Items & booth Double HH Hotels