Applied Comics

 Utilising the accessibility and appeal of comics, these projects apply sequential visual narrative techniques to knowledge translation, communicating key messages, ideas and concepts.

Applied comics can assist institutions and organisations with social, health and science communications. The projects below are created in partnership with a range of academics, researchers, students and patient focus groups. The aims of individual projects and requirements of a range of stakeholders are met through ongoing discussion, editing and refinements throughout the design process. The resulting applied comics form a creative, engaging and efficient method to share findings, disseminate knowledge and reach intended audiences.

Starting Conversations - University of Manchester

Normalising common experiences and supporting student in their transition to university life - link

Motor Imagery - University of Manchester

Explaining and sharing Charlotte Growcott’s PhD research and findings into the benefits of motor imagery strategies for various users including people with Parkinson’s. Further information on motor imagery and ways to use it in relation to trying to improve movement fluidity and ease here.

Applied Comics Collaborations

Dr Lydia Wysocki’s ongoing project Applied Comics Etc, exploring how comic artists can collaborate with academics and researchers to share complex information. Wysocki has found comics a powerful and engaging tool for exploring and explaining social and cultural research and findings.