Musings

I entered this class knowing that I was not a designer or destined to be one. I’m leaving the course with the same understanding. However, this course was one of the most enjoyable for me – at least for the most part (minus motion-type) – because it gave insight into what visual aesthetics really means. From the study of typefaces, which I really enjoyed, to the understanding of what drives good design.

One thing that we heard as a class on a consistent basis was something along the lines of – I don’t have to like what you design, but one should always have an explanation, something to back it up in order to support your case. There’s more to design than simply making it pleasing to the eye. It’s also about making it functionally sound.

I think this class makes me analyze my work deeper and answer the questions of “Why is it there?” “Why does it look this way? “Do I really need that there?” Does it serve a purpose?”

Those are just a few of the things I will consider going forward in my career.