Entire Project Reflection

Throughout the course of this project, I have learned many things about Photoshop and InDesign. I have learned how to distinguish good design and bad design with the help of Dieter Rams. Don Norman has taught me that some design just needs to be appreciated for its beauty, this theory he has made is a beautiful theory in itself.  People appreciate beauty and it makes them feel better, beauty leaves an impression on people. One of the larger things I have learned is how to use color effectively. There are so many techniques available for designers to create good color schemes. It is almost like a science, and its amazing and helpful. I am so glad that I heard the color lecture because it taught me some important lessons that I will use in my designs in the future.

I think my poster demonstrates good design and color usage because of the simplicity of it. It is a photo taken of a girl shaving, and the angle the photo is taken from is the feet. It is a different view, yet it is interesting. It allows the viewer to see the razor from a different angle, and give them a good idea of the product, how it is used, what it looks like, and what the product actually does. The colors involved in the poster are the blue of the razor, and the tan color of the legs. The text is a simple white, cream color in order to not distract but still be a good addition to the poster. 

One thing I would have done differently about this poster is probably incorporate more Photoshop into the project because that is what I am good at and used to. I have never taken Photography and I ended up liking the edited photo alone, better than my other designs .

The most challenging thing for me was coming up with a good idea for the poster.  Every time I thought I had a good design, there ended up being something wrong with it. However, all the problems were things that I should have noticed on my own. When coming up with ideas to display the razor, I thought of it more as making an advertisement. So I kept wanting a picture of a girl shaving, and it was hard to develop it on my own. I also tried to draw the razor with the shadow of the razor resembling a woman. Since I had never taken a specialized drawing class, this was incredibly hard for me. I could not achieve the image in my head through pencil. I think once I am more educated through the classes I am currently taking, I will be able to achieve my ideas to the fullest.

My ideas about design changed because I had never really considered designing with drawing or through illustration, myself. I have always taken pictures or used Photoshop. I enjoyed the idea, even though it was challenging for me. I learned many news ideas about design, which makes me love it that much more.