Flags as Stories in Braille Art

Flags have always been powerful symbols of identity, unity, and patriotism. They tell stories about nations and their people. In this work, Mr Dot transforms these stories into something even deeper—stories that bridge the visual and tactile worlds through braille.

Braille is never about the individual dots. It’s about the shapes those dots form—the patterns that create a code, a language. As long as the shape and negative spaces remain true, braille can take any form, any size, and any creative twist. This opens up endless possibilities for storytelling.

In these pieces:

• The Union Jack is reimagined with bold X shapes, representing the act of voting—something that, ironically, a blind person cannot do without assistance. This speaks volumes about accessibility and autonomy.
• The Stars and Stripes of the American flag become a field of stars forming braille. Hidden within is the chronological order of U.S. Presidents, turning a national emblem into a textured archive of history.

Through dots, stars, and crosses, Mr Dot shows that Braille is not just a functional tool—it’s a flexible art form that carries layers of meaning, blending language, culture, and design into one tactile experience.