James Provost Illustration
Information Matters.
Communicate it visually.
Specializing in technical & scientific illustration, James Provost Illustration reveals hidden value and evokes new perspectives.
For samples, view the
Technical Illustration Portfolio
Maker's Bill of Rights Illustrated
Way back in 2005, Mister Jalopy proposed an Owner's Bill of Rights, a maker's memorandum requesting repairability for the products around us. It became a manifesto for the maker community, a modus operandi for open sourcers and forward-thinking manufacturers.
I'm not the most capable maker - maybe only a tinkerer. But if something breaks I jump at the chance to take it apart, see how it works and try my best to repair it (what's the worst that can happen?). If the repair is a success, I've saved the world from having to produce another widget.
Repairability equals sustainability. That's what I like about this manifesto. And that's why I've illustrated it.
Labels: communication, creative commons, editorial illustration, infographics, technical illustration
Posted by James Provost, July 14, 2009 ·
3D Type - Oilsands Optimism
Extruded 3D type for an Alberta Venture Magazine article speculating when oilsands investments will see a recovery. 3 out of 10 delegates polled predicted sector spending to return in 2015.
In the end, the background had to be flattened and subdued a bit to allow copy and other graphics to run overtop. See the final in print.
This was a quick turnaround project, and I'm pretty happy with how it turned out.
Labels: 3D, in print, industrial, infographics, portfolio, type
Posted by James Provost, April 13, 2009 ·
Done is the Engine of More
I'm a guy who likes to get things done. I enjoy the journey, sure, but when you're done you can move on to something else. When I saw Bre Pettis' and Kio Stark's Cult of Done Manifesto, it struck a chord with me, so I whipped up this poster to illustrate their 13 concepts.
Labels: communication, creative commons, editorial illustration, infographics
Posted by James Provost, March 9, 2009 ·
Season's Greetings
I'd just like to take a minute to wish everyone happy holidays and say thanks for a great year. I'm sending out a holiday card and thought I'd share it here.
Green technology has been top-of-mind throughout 2008 - hybrid cars, solar panels and compact fluorescent lights (CFLs) were all trendsetting Google search terms. If that isn't evidence that innovation will help solve the problem of climate change, than perhaps Santa Claus' response is.
The technical illustration shows how Santa's new sleigh (and of course, his organically-raised, free-range reindeer) address the environmental issues of today. And for those of you who were naughty, don't expect coal - think carbon offsets.
Wishing you a coal-free holiday!
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Labels: communication, cutaway, in print, infographics, portfolio, technical illustration
Posted by James Provost, December 12, 2008 ·
Information Matters: Postcard Promo
I've begun distributing a promo postcard, "Information Matters."
Using controversial subject matter, the taser device, it explores the importance of information, and the clarity with which it can be communicated visually, in compelling and provoking viewers.
The images used on the postcard can be seen (and zoomed) in the technical illustration portfolio.
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Labels: communication, cutaway, in print, infographics, phantom, portfolio, product illustration, scientific illustration, technical illustration, technology
Posted by James Provost, June 5, 2008 ·
7 Things to Know About the FCC's 700 MHz Auction
1. The 700 MHz band will be vacated by TV broadcasters
2. Broadcasters will switch to Digital Television (DTV)
3. The 700 MHz band will be used to build a new nation-wide wireless network
4. The new network will have more coverage and faster connections
5. The new network will be open to all devices
6. All devices will be open to third party software
7. The new network will be cost you less
Want to know more? Download the PDF:
7 Things to Know About the FCC's 700 MHz Auction 
Labels: communication, creative commons, industrial, infographics, portfolio, product illustration, technical illustration, technology
Posted by James Provost, April 18, 2008 ·
New Technical Illustration and Motion Graphics
Some additions to my illustration and new motion graphics portfolios. I've taken down the comics section because I have very little time to dedicate to it. Look for it going back up sometime in May.
Labels: exploded, industrial, infographics, interactive, motion graphics, portfolio, technical illustration
Posted by James Provost, March 14, 2007 ·
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