CHRIS BRACKLEY - Founder, CEO & Lead Cartographer​

OUR TEAM

Owned and operated by professionally trained, experienced cartographers, AS THE CROW FLIES CARTOGRAPHY offers a personal approach in a world that is becoming increasingly automated. Our CEO and Lead Project Manager, Chris Brackley has been making maps since the age of 16, when he first hand-painted a map of Algonquin Park on his bedroom wall. His passion for cartography stems from a deep desire to reconnect people with place, something he believes is possible through good design and cartographic communication. Our firm grows committed to these ideas and includes a diverse group of skilled individuals, with backgrounds in 3-D photogrammetry, data creation, graphic design and management. ​

HISTORY

Established in 1999, AS THE CROW FLIES' first maps were surveyed and drafted by hand and although we have moved to more modern production methods, the care and attention put into those early maps is still evident in all the work we do today. 

PHILOSOPHY

ARTISTICALLY ENGAGING  I  SOCIALLY CONSTRUCTIVE  I  CLEAR STORYTELLING

We believe that maps are ideal tools for helping people understand the complex relationships we have with our human and natural communities, and that better understanding breeds better relationships between people and place.

Maps are powerful tools. We commit to catching the attention of your intended audience with well-balanced, attractive design. Once your audience is engaged, we provide a clear and compelling story to follow, distilling often complicated information into an easily understood graphic language. ​