Should Graphic Designers Sketch For Their Design Projects?
And it is a very good one. Why do we need to sketch if we are designers? Most of us have no talent as artists, even though we may be top producing in our field. Personally, I have about enough talent to draw a stick person and my sketches tend to show it. And for that reason, I was petrified to show my work to anyone, teachers and clients alike. But I learned something along the way. I found out that drawing out the most primitive of sketches is equivalent to creating a road map. Would you go on road trip without some sort of directional tool? There was a time when I would, but not any more. So where do we start? Start by listening. Listen to what your client wants and needs. Take lots of notes to refer to later, you may need them. Do you have an epiphany in the middle of your meeting? (By the way, epiphany is a great idea or light bulb moment). Take your pen and draw it out real quick on the edge of your notes. Show it to your client. Is THIS what they need? If not, ask if you are on
