Accessibility in Graphic Design: Lessons I have learnt.

“How accessible is my design?” That’s a question I’ve recently added to my design checklist. Adding it has made all the difference in ensuring my work is inclusive for everyone — even those who experience the world differently due to visual impairments or blindness. (PS: Visual impairment and blindness aren’t the same thing; it’s something I learned along the way.)

The biggest question is always, How does a visually impaired person experience my design? It sounds impossible at first, because how do you design for someone who can’t fully see it or see it at all? But over the past year, I’ve learned a lot about visual impairment, and it’s reshaped how I approach design. Here are a few things I’ve learnt