History of Global Graphics (GG): Our mapmakers describe themselves as being dedicated to creating the most accurate and user-friendly maps on the market. Our maps, based on satellite imagery and GIS data from several sources, ensure that information is up-to-date and complete. Our style fully utilizes color and clear symbology.
Mapmakers since 1967, GLOBAL GRAPHICS was founded in California in 1982, launching a product line which has grown to include all types of maps: detailed street maps, road maps, freeway maps, recreation, panoramic, topographic maps, and handy pocket-sized guidebooks utilizing maps.
The experience of Global Graphic’s founder, H. J. Hesse, goes back to 1962. Like many European cartographers, training is basically as a civil engineer with a specialty in cartography. Global Graphics maps are made by European cartographic specialists who are serious about detail.
In 2008 GM Johnson began buying maps from Global Graphics. In 2009 GM Johnson and Global Graphics began collaborating on joint projects.
GG has about 40 active map titles, with a cartographic library of 84 maps and guides. All of GG maps can be viewed and purchased from our web site, www.gmjohnsonmaps.com
Clint Johnson is GM Johnson’s Business Product Development Manager and will be managing the Global Graphics Map brand and accounts.