1,764 Images and Illustration Examples That Teach Things
Drawings and illustrations and photography can transmit more information from human-to-human than text can. This board is perfect for designers and marketers seeking visual inspiration.
Cockpit Drawing Explainer Image
Ever look at something so complicated your brain just gives up? That’s a cockpit… until someone simplifies it with doodles...
Great Ford Bronco old-school print ad
This old-school Ford Bronco ad nails a perfect one-two punch: adventure first, specs second. The top half shows the Bronco...
Men's shorts style image
This image nails visual teaching. It shows two guys wearing similar outfits but instantly makes one look cooler and more...
Rev Pricing Chart
Rev nails it with this pricing chart. No fluff. No confusion. Just a clean, side-by-side comparison that screams “We’re the...
Circles of Friendship chart
This “Circles of Friendship” chart isn’t just about human relationships—it’s also a perfect framework for how to think about your...
Time it takes hackers to brute force your password
This Hive Systems chart turns a mountain of data into pure clarity: how long it takes to brute-force a password....
McGraw-Hill Magazines Ad
This McGraw-Hill ad is an all-time classic. One image. One grumpy guy. One brutal truth: if people don’t know you...
Forms of energy image
This chart of energy types is a simple masterclass in how to explain complex ideas. It takes a scientific topic—different...
Great 1961 ad for Ford Econoline trucks
This vintage Ford Econoline ad is a masterclass in showing value from every angle. No fluff, no fancy slogans, just...
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Image showing you can get A LOT of music for cheap
In the 1970s, Columbia Records nailed this offer: “13 records or tapes for $1.” The image shows a woman struggling...
1930's illustration showing aerodynamic engineering of new cars
This old-school drawing nails what great marketing does: it shows the value, not just tells it. No words, no data,...
Mod Bikes Online Ad Campaign
MOD Bikes nails their ad formula: clean visuals, bite-sized info, and quick benefits that make you want to ride. Each...
The Wig Establishment Print Ad
This old-school wig ad nails the "before and after" formula. One photo shows a carefree guy with wild hair; the...
Air plane throttle level explainer image
This visual turns aerospace engineering into a five-second "aha" moment. It shows how a plane’s thrust changes from idle to...
Lightbulb comparison image
Ever seen a confusing energy comparison ad? This one nails it. One image, three columns, and suddenly you get how...
Founders of PayPal Graph
This visual shows the “PayPal Mafia” and all the companies they’ve started or invested in. It’s not just a map...
Nobody's Perfect Volkswagen Print Ad
This classic Volkswagen Beetle ad nails truth-in-marketing. The line “Nobody’s perfect” flips perfection on its head and makes a tiny...
“Just Listed” real estate agents direct mailer
This real estate mailer nails one key rule: make your message local and human. It’s not trying to sell the...
1905 Coca Cola Ad
This 1905 Coca-Cola ad wasn’t just selling a drink. It sold status. Featuring Lillian Nordica, a famous opera singer, it...
Dust Buster Weight Comparison Image
This ad nails a classic visual comparison—show, don’t tell. Instead of bragging about being “lightweight,” it literally shows the vacuum...
Silly Putty Vintage Print Ad
These vintage Silly Putty ads nailed the formula for irresistible advertising. They didn’t just tell kids what the toy did—they...
Basecamp Features and Benefits Image
Basecamp nails clarity with this annotated screenshot. Each callout explains what a section does, why it’s useful, and how it...
Vintage Cup-A-Soup Ad
This old-school ad nails it: you can feel the warmth. The steam, the copper kettle, the cozy lighting. It’s not...
Keychain alarm comparison chart
Ever tried explaining product differences in words… and watched eyes glaze over? This chart from MaxxmAlarm shows exactly why pictures...