The Arctic Gallery

UX & UI Design

Created as an Interactive Designer at ngx Interactive for Telus World of Science Edmonton

In 2021–2022, I worked with our team at ngx Interactive to develop exhibits for the new Arctic Gallery at Telus World of Science Edmonton.

This exciting project included a range of interactive, animation, and film exhibits. These ranged from playful to educational, with a focus on sharing traditional knowledge of Indigenous Peoples of the area. ngx worked closely with a variety of partners on the exhibits, including researchers from the University of Alberta Tracking Change project for the exhibit on the Mackenzie River Basin.

Learn more about the project and its partners on the ngx website.

My role:

Lead the UX and UI development of 7 interactive exhibits, as well as supporting on several film and animation exhibits
Expand on and refine the design guidelines (provided  by the exhibit design firm) for digital media
Ensure the exhibits follow accessibility guidelines, including accounting for reach on touchscreens and  copy legibility
Organizing and conducting user-testing sessions,  and doing QA for software

Create user flows, wireframes, and UI designs for  each interactive exhibit
Work closely with the developer throughout,  including providing references for UI transitions and visual feedback
Create custom icons, illustrations, and maps, including  a a geographically accurate map for the Mackenzie River Basin, with support from subject matter experts.

Assorted screens grouped by exhibit are below