New Years resolutions

Reflecting on everyday experiences is a big part of being a designer, or so my teachers tell me. As for my opinion, it's an absolutely crucial part of being a designer! It's also what makes it fun.

After studying for just one semester I am already noticing big changes in the way I perceive the world around me. When going to the movies, playing video games and traveling, I am no longer a passive observer, but an active participator. The font faces speak to me about their purpose (or lack of it), and a beautiful kaleidoscope of colors and textures inspires unborn designs to come into shape.

I think observation and self reflection is so important, that I am even making a New Years resolution to blog every month about 5 things that inspired me and I think worked well, and 5 things that I see as needing improvement.

So here are my resolutions:

1. Blog monthly about "the good, the bad and the ugly" of the world around
2. Draw!!! It's so important for a designer to have solid hand-rendering skills. Plus, as I said in my first ever post, it develops the right side of the brain
3. Wear colorful clothes; put that color theory knowledge into practice
   
4. Eat a serving of spirulina at least every other day
5. Master Textpattern

Happy Holidays!

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