Evaluation of web graphics
Site evaluated: United Nations
Purpose of graphics on this site:
The graphics on the UN home page are subtle, but help to make the page more attractive and to communicate key concepts regarding the UN's mission. The most prominent image is the banner, which includes the UN logo, the word "United Nations" and the tag-line "We the peoples... A stronger UN for a better world" and a world map. There are also three semi-transparent background images in the center of the page, showing flags and people. Each of these images suggests and symbolizes independent nations working together as one body, one world.
Guidelines for effective use of graphics
- Yes - Graphics fit the purpose, organization, and style of the page.
- Yes - Large graphics have been avoided.
- Yes - Graphics help to guide the viewers’ focus to the important content on the page.
- Yes - Overly bright and potentially “obnoxious” images have been avoided.
- Yes - Graphics have not been used for textual content, other than the banner.
- Yes - Alternate text is present for all images.
- Yes - Where text appears in graphics (the banner) there is ample contrast.
Graphic File Types
- gif
- jpg
- jpg
- gif
- gif
Web Photo Album
Taking a rest to soak in the view while hiking above an alpine lake near Whistler, B.C.
Waiting for the tide to come back in while kayaking in the San Juan Islands, Washington
Overlooking Lake Diablo in North Cascades National Park
Sample Buttons
