A tactile image is very different to a mainstream visual image. When designing a tactile image a catch phrase well worth remembering is "if the tactile image looks nice visually, it's unlikely to work well tactually".
Remember that a tactile image is designed to be read by touch and not by sight. This must be kept in mind throughout the design process to avoid producing a visual image with raised lines and textures which does not give the reader the full tactile experience.
When designing your own tactile graphics, please note that the design process requires much thought to ensure that the user has a positive experience when reading the images. If you are going to create your own tactile graphics please read General Principles which will provide the designer with information on good practice and the production of readable tactile graphics. The advanced principles page will give detailed advice on more complicated design issues which can be applied to any method of production.
If you would like training, consultancy or in depth advice about creating accessible information; or feedback on existing documents, please contact RNIB's Services for businesses:
RNIB Commercial and Operations team
Phone: 01733 37 53 70
Email: businesslink@rnib.org.uk