SVGs beyond mere shapes

In data visualization for the web, SVG is mostly used to create shapes; circles, rectangles, lines. But SVG can do much more than "just" be a shape. In this masterclass, Nadieh Bremer will show you how to experiment with SVG gradients and filters to make data visualizations even more fun and engaging. She'll demonstrate how to implement the techniques using JS, CSS, and the de-facto data visualization library d3.js. From rainbow, moving and dynamic SVG gradients based on data, to SVG filters with which to create glow, gooey, and fuzzy effects that brighten up any visual.

By Nadieh Bremer, Data Visualization Designer

Nadieh Bremer is a graduated Astronomer, turned data scientist, turned data visualization designer, based near Amsterdam. She's working as a freelancer under the name "Visual Cinnamon". As 2017's "Best Individual" in the Information is Beautiful Awards, she focuses on uniquely crafted (interactive) data visualizations that both engage and enlighten its audience. Working for companies such as Google News Lab & UNESCO to small start-ups. From printed magazines to interactive experiences online to more promotionally focused visuals for press releases, data-driven reports, and data art.