Design Like a Designer: Finding & Improving Great Work
Reflect on your work from this school year
Identify your strongest designs
Prepare your work for critique and improvement
Learn how to receive and apply feedback like a designer
Scripture
Colossians 3:23
“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord…”
Design isn’t just about making something look cool. It’s about doing your best work with excellence. When you refine and improve designs, they are honoring YAH through effort and intentionality.
Course Content
What You Need to Do
Go through all of your past projects and choose 7 designs that you believe are your best.
These should be designs that:
- Show your skills
- Represent your style
- You would feel confident showing to someone else
For Each Design
For every design you choose, answer these questions:
- What was the goal of this design?
- What do you like most about it?
- What would you improve if you had more time?
Be honest and thoughtful. This is how designers grow.
What Happens next
I will review your designs and give you feedback to help you improve.
This may include:
- Layout fixes
- Font suggestions
- Color adjustments
- Ways to make your design stronger
Homework
Submit the 7 designs you will be showcasing for Open House