RANDOM HOUSE STRUIK
Walking Cape Town Urban Walks and Drives in the Cape Peninsula
Sites covered include the Company Gardens, historic squares, Bo Kaap, Long Street, Grand Parade, Table Mountain, the Waterfront, Simonstown, Kalk Bay, Muizenberg, Wynberg, and many other suburban areas. For each walk, the author sets the scene, and then describes highlights along the way, referencing historical events and points of interest. Box features offer additional insights. I enjoyed the creative process of this project. It is out-of-the-box mapping and the spec verges on the edge of full illustration.
Available September 2013 from http://www.randomstruik.co.za
The brief
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Each map will show the landmarks discussed in the text (using a numbering system), the relevant street names, a key that will list the landmarks, distances, type of terrain and effort.
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We want the maps to have a hand-drawn, illustrated, informal feel while still being legible, attractive and useful.
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Use of full colour.
Field Guide: Battlefields of South Africa
It features 70+ battles all across South Africa, covering six different categories of war (colonial, Anglo-Zulu, 1st Anglo-Boer, 2nd Anglo-Boer, Voortrekker-related battles, indigenous wars and rebellions, frontiers wars). Each battle (or subchapter) includes information about how to get to the site, what led up to the battle, a description of the actual battle and the action that went down, and the outcome or aftermath. The battles each have a timeline and some information boxes. And of course there are photographs – both historical and contemporary.
Twelve of the battles are categorised as major battles, mostly because they were decisive in determining the outcome of a particular war, or were particularly memorable and historical (e.g. Isandlwana). For these battles we require specific battle maps, which need to show the terrain (hills, rivers) where relevant, as well as troop movements and any other relevant information.
The author preferred the Barnard style spec for the hill illustration, but I simply could not reproduce this style correctly and offered the option within my skills set of a pencil shaded illustration for the hills. This project pushed many boundaries and had it not been for the patience and constant motivation from the managing editor, I may not have been able to be part of it.
Available December 2013 from http://www.randomstruik.co.za
The brief
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Create 16 maps of major battles listed in the field guide
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Maps to follow Barnard concept/other drawn detail for hill and mountain detail
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Add colour arrows for battle advances
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Design a consistent spec to suite the supplied texture background
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Use of full colour
Kenya – The Beautiful
Kenya – The Beautiful guides the reader on a journey through each of the country's distinctive regions, following in the footsteps of the travellers who have gone before in search of the beautiful land.”
http://www.randomstruik.co.za/title-page.php?titleID=1169&imprintID=1
"YOU ARE A MAGICIAN! The map is beautiful and your work is brilliant!"
- Roelien Theron, Managing Editor
The brief
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Country map: 230mm (h) x 220 mm (w), full-colour
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Electronic files and fonts of base map supplied
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Texture map to be dropped in
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Show all park boundaries and names
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Additional parks and marine reserves to be added
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Add labels for geographic features
Paths to Pubs: A Guide to Hikes and Pints in the Cape Peninsula
“The most detailed coverage yet of the many paths that crisscross the Cape Peninsula, this book describes 72 trails that traverse Table Mountain, the rocky headlands of Cape Point, and the mountains, ridges, beaches and forests of Constantia and the villages that hug the peninsular coastline. Best of all, however, there’s a chapter presenting 33 favoured watering holes where weary hikers can wet their whistles after they have worked up a sweat.
Besides a detailed description, each trail features a concise route summary, contour map, and GPS coordinates for the start and end points. A handy overview presents the distance, duration, difficulty, exposure and gradient of each route; colour photographs and varied fact panels on local flora, fauna, geology and history add lively interest. The carefully selected pubs have been rated according to atmosphere, value and quality of food, and useful icons illustrate where there are views or sports viewing facilities.
Mountain safety and emergency rescue advice and tips on hiking gear and what to pack are also included. This practical guide, written by veteran hiker Tony Burton, is a must-have for novice and experienced hikers as well as casual ramblers. Even teetotallers will not want to be without their copy.”
http://www.randomstruik.co.za/title-page.php?titleID=4658&imprintID=1
“Thanks for the great work you've done on this title. I know it's been demanding but we could not have done it without your massive contribution.”
- Roelien Theron, Managing Editor
The brief
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Book size is A5 portrait
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Base maps supplied by NGI
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Base maps to be grayscale, 70% b/w and 300dpi
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Ensure base maps are supplied with a straight orientation
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Maps to be done in Illustrator
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Map spec and font supplied on a template
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Font is chalkboard bold 7pt
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Add scale bar and north symbol
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Create parking, POI, gradient and directional symbols
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Use the base map, hand drawn routes from the authors’ notes
South Africa by Road: A Regional Guide
“South Africa by Road: A Regional Guide is more than a mere travel guide; it is a comprehensive handbook to the country, giving insight into the many national treasures that line our highways and byways – from vibrant cities to charming country towns and one-horse dorps steeped in history. The ultimate companion for any road trip, it offers sound advice on the best routes, and contains all that holidaymakers need to know when planning their next vacation.
Full-colour photographs and an interesting mix of side panels will inspire travellers to take to the tarred and gravel roads of South Africa, and explore the many absorbing nooks and crannies of our extraordinarily diverse country. Each chapter gives an overview of a region’s climate, flora and fauna, and history and heritage, and highlights the most noteworthy places. Ideas for what to do in each location are outlined, as are key activities, routes and trails.
From hot-air ballooning to white-water rafting, 4x4 trails to strolls in the countryside, spelunking to visiting museums, and festivals to architecture, there is something for everyone. Customised full-colour maps in each of the 29 chapters show national, secondary and dirt roads, toll roads, passes, game reserves, national parks and nature reserves, as well as places of interest to help you plan your journey. A separate 46-page road guide and 12 town plans complete the useful cartographic section.”
http://www.randomstruik.co.za/title-page.php?titleID=3162&imprintID=1
“Liezel, thank you for all the time and energy you put into SABR. The maps look amazing, and truly make this book a cut above the rest.”
- Struik Travel and Heritage | Random House Struik
The brief
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Supply 1 outline map, 1 locator map, 29 chapter maps and update 12 town plans
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Convert original data from Freehand to Illustrator
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Tweak the map design to compliment the rest of the guide
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Implement a visually attractive way to display an English and Afrikaans version of a map label
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Add POI’s mentioned in each chapter, where they are not in the original file
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Use clipping masks and relevant cropping required for DPS maps such as the Garden Route
