My Design Process!

Designing for a project or a person is a complex process that is as personal as a morning routine.
For me, my design process is unique and varies slightly based upon the time restrictions or project context. Below is my general design process:

1. Read design brief or project outline
2. begin brainstorming and writing ideas
3. search online and in books or magazines for reference/ information/ inspiration
4. begin thumbnail sketches
5. narrow down thumbnails and do liner designs
6. go digital and begin playing with colour, placement, etc
7. roughs get printed
8. make changes
9. final product

Design is....

The question is one being tackled all around the world everyday. And yes, I am going to make my first attempt to define design...here goes!

Design is a tool that is used globally to communicate a purpose or portray a message to the masses in a creative context!

BAM!

So What?

My name is Melissa Gareri and I am a second year student of the Graphic Design program at Humber College. I am a firm believer that all great design starts with a great idea. Design is more to me than colours, shapes, typefaces and images. Great design is a direct reflection of the past, present and future, and the power it has to change the world around us.

I enjoy Graphic Design, and challenging myself to always push the envelope when it comes to cutting edge design. With my love for design comes a love for music, photography and traveling.

As I get closer to a career in Graphics and the world of design, I continue to search for inspiration in all places, and who knows, I may just learn a thing or two along the way...