Specialism Choice

I have chosen graphic design as my specialist option because it interests me, learning how to effectively communicate information and create aesthetically pleasing images is something that I would like to learn how to do well. You need a broad skill set to succeed in the world of graphic design. I would like to learn how to clearly communicate an idea using images, the correct and relevant typography as well as how to use programs such as photoshop and indesign to its fullest extent. Info graphics are a type of image that i find fascinating, the way each image is clear concise and yet still eye-catching whilst being full of information is great.
  One of the most important assets, if not the most important asset to have is your own unique style.  Having your own style is essential when it comes to leaving an imprint in the minds of your audience, a necessity to those seeking to succeed in the field.
  Taking influence from other designers and researching the subjects past (as well as present) is something that is a must, having an understanding of the background of my chosen specialism and its roots is incredibly important. By understanding and researching other graphic designers I will be able to take influence and ideas and use it in collaboration with my own style.
  Another crucial quality of any graphic designer is to be a creative thinker, you need to be able to push an idea to its limits, think outside of the box and strive to create your own visualisation of what others try to express with words. Determination goes hand in hand with creative thinking as it’s pushing yourself and your own ideas that lead to success in the creative process.
  Being able to manage your own time and project effectively is another skill that is beneficial to any graphic designers pallet, by properly managing the design aspect of a project and taking leadership is much more desirable than somebody who sits there and needs to be told what to do.  This is only a few of the key qualities sought after by employers and audiences of the graphic design world and I will have to develop all of these and many more skills in order to further my own understanding and learning in my chosen specialism.

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