Visual Research / Surveying / Report Design
Exploring How Daily Drawing Practices Cultivate Inspiration.
This report explores the nature of inspiration, focusing on its personal and diverse expressions during drawing. It evaluates how modern tools, such as computer work and online resources, influence inspiration in the visual arts. Looking ahead, the report discusses the potential impact of artificial intelligence and technology on creativity, highlighting both challenges and benefits and suggesting strategies for navigating this evolving landscape.
Advisor:
Carlos Garde-Martin
Deliverables:
Report, presentation, and website.
Research Question
Where does inspiration come from?
Surveying
Understanding the needs, preferences, and expectations of my target audiance.
My target audience consisted of 47 professional designers and illustrators
78.7% of participants did not have a daily drawing practice.
63% of participants described their current skill level as intermediate or advance
Initial Findings: Drawing daily has been proven to increase creativity and improve mental health. Yet, many professional illustrator participants lacked the motivation to develop their daily drawing practice if it wasnāt tied to commissioned work.
Age: 20-39
Gender: Women
Location: USA, Canada, Germany, and the UK
Biggest obstacles or challenges people faced in maintaining a consistent drawing routine:
ā¹ Time Constraints (59%)
ā¹ Perfectionism (46%)
ā¹ Lack of Motivation (59%)
ā¹ Self-Doubt (44%)
A selection of my report
Bringing the report to life.
Outcome
Website Gallery & Interactive Experience
ā¹ The website had to be taken down temporarily due to associated costs
