map elements Archives

A diagram with numbered labels for all the areas of a map layout.

Elements of a Map

July 25, 2022July 25, 2022 by Caitlin Dempsey

A map is made up of elements such as the map frame, legend, and north arrow.

Cartographic Resources

July 11, 2013May 6, 2012 by Caitlin Dempsey

Learn how to really display your spatial information and create well designed, informative maps. Access this collection of resources on how to display colors, create … Read more

To North Arrow or Not to North Arrow

April 2, 2022September 13, 2011 by Caitlin Dempsey

I started my GIS education back when hand cartography was still a course offered at UCLA. My geography teachers drilled into me the standard of … Read more