As we build our front page gallery of Sunday morning front pages, I get a chance to see all the good work
newsrooms are producing. One thing that stands out is the use of infographics on the front page.
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's front page is one example. They capture the reader's attention with a shot of the crew laid on top of the picture of the explosion and the contrail it leaves behind. This treatment gives a fresh look to a photo that people have seen over and over.
The large infographic helps to give context to the story by explaining some of the basic facts on everyone's mind. It's organized well and nicely produced.
I've chosen a few others to show you. Unfortunately, I don't get to see the inside pages at most of the papers, but I have included one in my list.
When you have a chance, check out these graphics online: The Washington Post has a drop-down menu on the front page to its collection of shuttle graphics; The New York Times' interactive gallery includes graphics they produced for the print edition; MSNBC's package includes many shuttle-related graphics.
And, visit Poynter's resource page for links to other compelling work being done online.
Nice job everyone!
