Het Dapperplein: Toen en Nu
A hand drawn information design piece that compares the Dapperplein in the year 1900 and 2025.
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About
Assignment
Explore the Dappermarkt in Amsterdam by selecting a specific aspect of the market and translating it into a visual story using a medium of your choice.
Solution
This project is a hand-illustrated visual story comparing the Dapperplein around 1900 with its present-day appearance in 2025. The composition is split in two, creating a clear visual contrast between past and present while symbolizing the passage of time.
Through illustrations and annotated elements, the piece reveals insights into the square’s architectural changes, construction history, and the origins of the Dappermarkt. By combining storytelling with visual comparison, the project invites viewers to explore how a familiar public space has evolved over time and uncover the history embedded within it.
Tools
- Krita

