Math & geometry figures
Graphs, geometric shapes, coordinate planes, angles, and proofs — produced with the precision needed for assessment and instruction.
Tactile Graphics Services
Custom tactile graphics built for readability
Diagrams, charts, maps, scientific illustrations — designed from the ground up to be read by touch, not flattened from a print copy. Produced in-house and tailored to your specific materials.
What we produce
Every tactile graphic is built around how a reader's fingers will move across the page — clear lines, distinct textures, integrated braille labels, and a key that makes the structure obvious.
Science diagrams
Cell structures, anatomy, circuit diagrams, chemistry molecules, lab apparatus — adapted for tactile readability without losing the science.
Maps
Geography, political, historical, and floor-plan maps with raised borders, distinct textures, and legible braille labels.
Charts & data
Bar charts, line graphs, pie charts, and data tables — restructured so the data is what comes through to the reader.
Illustrations
Historical figures, art reproductions, technical drawings, and explanatory illustrations — simplified strategically without losing context.
Custom requests
Have something that doesn't fit a standard category? Send it over. We'll scope it and tell you what's achievable.
Our approach
- Designed for touch, not printed flat. Visual graphics rarely translate directly — we redesign each one for tactile readability.
- Built in CorelDraw. Industry-standard vector software lets us produce crisp lines, precise label placement, accurate textures, and quick revisions when changes are needed.
- BANA tactile graphics guidelines. Line weights, textures, label placement, and key/legend conventions all follow professional standards.
- Integrated braille labels. Labels are placed close to what they describe, with a key for anything that can't fit on the graphic itself.
- Reviewed before delivery. A second-pass review ensures every graphic is readable by touch, not just visually correct.
Frequently asked questions
What are tactile graphics?
Raised-line images that let blind and low-vision readers access visual information through touch. Diagrams, charts, maps, illustrations, and any image whose meaning depends on shape, structure, or spatial layout can be made tactile.
When does a graphic need to be tactile vs. described in words?
If the meaning is spatial or structural — circuit diagram, geometry figure, map, chemistry molecule, graph — it needs to be tactile. If a sentence or two can convey it accurately, verbal description is the better choice. We'll advise on the right call for each image.
What source images can you work from?
Print scans, vector files, hand sketches, or even verbal descriptions. We rebuild graphics from scratch to be readable by touch — not just pressed flat from a print version.
Do tactile graphics include braille labels?
Yes. Labels are integrated using a key-and-legend system that follows BANA tactile graphics guidelines, with the braille code matching the rest of your project (UEB, Nemeth, or UEB Technical).
Have a graphic that needs to be tactile?
Send the source image or describe what you need. We'll scope it and reply with timing and pricing within one business day.
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