Alexandre Medina is a Paris-based cartographer known for his creative and visually striking map designs. He has established himself as an active participant in the global cartography community, particularly through his enthusiastic involvement in the annual #30DayMapChallenge, where he regularly shares innovative and memorable map creations.
His work has been recognized by leading cartographic organizations and design studios. Notably, Stamen Design—one of the most respected names in data visualization and cartography—highlighted Alexandre's creative contributions to the 2023 #30DayMapChallenge. They specifically praised his imaginative use of their Watercolor basemap style for the "Raster" theme, where he created a visually dizzying and humorous visualization of a geographic curiosity: an island within a lake on an island within a lake on an island in the Philippines—a recursive geographic phenomenon that he transformed into a memorable cartographic piece.
Alexandre represents the growing community of European cartographers who are pushing the boundaries of creative mapping through social media engagement and challenge participation. His approach to cartography blends technical skill with artistic vision and a sense of humor, making geographic data both informative and visually compelling. Based in Paris, one of Europe's historic centers of cartographic innovation, he contributes to a vibrant French-speaking geospatial community that includes institutions like IGN (Institut national de l'information géographique et forestière) and numerous independent map creators.
His active participation in mapping challenges and willingness to experiment with different styles—from artistic watercolor aesthetics to data-driven visualizations—demonstrates the versatility that defines modern digital cartography. Alexandre's work inspires others to explore creative possibilities in map design beyond traditional approaches.
