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My Creative Process

The creative process is the spark of an idea and the culmination of a finished piece. It all starts with brainstorming and research, where I explore the subject matter, gather inspiration, and let my imagination take the lead. This is a crucial phase in laying the foundation for the entire project.

Brainstorming and Research

During brainstorming and research, I check a variety of diverse sources for inspiration from books, artwork, nature, sites like Pinterest and Behance, etc. I then jot down ideas, make sketches, and gather reference materials to begin building my vision. It’s about gathering inspiration and allowing them to guide the process and generate ideas.

Drafting and Production

Next comes conceptualization and sketching, where turn my ideas into concrete concepts. I sketch rough outlines, experiment with different compositions, and refine my vision. As I move into the drafting and production, I start bringing my concept to life. This stage can be challenging as I confront obstacles and make countless decisions to realize my vision.

Refinement

Finally, refinement brings the project to its polished form. I step back, assess the work with fresh eyes, and fine-tune every detail. This stage is about iteration and perfection, where I strive to elevate the work to its highest potential. I seek feedback from trusted peers, incorporating their insights to push the project further.

Flexibility is key. Ideas evolve, plans change, and unexpected discoveries emerge. It’s a nonlinear process filled with twists and turns, but each step brings me closer to the realization of my creative vision. And when the final piece is complete, there’s a sense of satisfaction knowing that I’ve transformed a simple idea into something tangible.

About My Career Plan

Get to know me a little! Regarding my career plans, having a clear vision for the future and setting goals is undeniably important for progress. However, projecting oneself ten to fifteen years down the line in a career can be quite daunting. While I do have some broad aspirations, I find it extremely challenging to pinpoint precisely where I would like to be in a decade or more. I know I’d like to be financially stable, work in a field I’m passionate about, and be a homeowner.

I firmly believe that a role in creative leadership, perhaps as a Creative Director or a Marketing/Communications Director, would be a natural fit. The idea of guiding and steering creative endeavours and innovative campaigns resonates with me. However, I am very aware that I still have so much to explore and learn. Both about the world, and about myself as a designer. In this continuous process of personal growth, it feels too soon to determine a definitive vision of my future.

Despite the uncertainty, the prospect of developing not only as a designer but also as an individual is incredible. Each experience, each challenge, contributes to the mosaic of who I am becoming.

Embracing this sense of open-ended possibility, I approach the future with a mix of excitement and anticipation. I want to seize opportunities as they come, learn from every experience, and allow my path to reveal itself. This way, I believe, I’ll not only reach for my goals but discover new ones that I may not even been aware of.

In essence, while I hold aspirations and have a sense of direction, I remain open to the unpredictability of the journey. The course of my career and personal growth is ever-evolving, and I am eager to see how the future unfolds.