Plan for printing plant signs:
Set up a deadline for printing all the missing signs with Luc!
For graphic designer:
- Send Linxia (current graphic designer) the list of all properties (find it at the bottom of page)
- Discuss the new icons and their names (makes sure Willem approves)
Design new logos and plant signs:
- Ask graphic designer to make the new icons (on Affinity)
- Collect botanical (black and white) drawings for new signs (see sign template for an example)
- Create new signs on Affinity with ALL the correct properties
- Edit existing plant signs with their correct property (plant database has been recently updated)
Plant Database update:
- Add missing plants into database
- Check that Lynn Shore has updated the plant properties (if all the ‘x’s are in the right place) → email her (find contact info on Stager)
Website update:
- Add new plants and drawings to website
- Edit keywords
To create a banner at Mediamatic entrance:
- Make list of properties with the matching icons on a clear background (for graphic designer)
- Do a vinyl test
Printing
- Check emails on Hortus account (see password page) for more information about approximate cost (previous communication with Robert or Menno)
- Where to print: DVC sign company
- Make inventory of all plant signs we need printed (for Lynn, for Mediamatic garden, for greenhouse) find the plant signs in aquaponics greenhouse and the metal rods in project room
- Develop document for the printer with new signs
- Send an email to printer with suggested price
List of properties for Linxia:
Adaptogene,
Antimicrobial (virus, bacteria, fungus),
Anti-cancer?,
Anxiety,
Allergies (helping),
Aphrodisiac,
Common allergen (cause),
Bone health,
Cardiovascular health,
Poison (irritant)/ Deadly,
Depression,
Diabetes,
Digestive health,
Eyes,
External Use Only,
Female Reproductive health
Common coughs and colds,
Immune support,
Joints,
Kidneys / urinary support,
Male reproductive health,
Muscle health,
Hair and nails,
Cognitive function,
Nervous system,
Pain killer,
Psychotropic,
Respiratory health,
Sleep,
Skin health,
Stimulating,
Stings and bites,
Wound healing