7 Questions
What are some tools that can be used to collect images and clippings?
Scissors and camera
What are the three common ways to store collected images?
On a computer, in a shoe box or physical file folder, in a sketchbook or scrapbook
What are some benefits of collecting images in a sketchbook or scrapbook?
It allows for a deeper study of the image and annotations
What should be included in annotations about collected images?
Information about where the image came from, parts liked or disliked, and any thoughts on how to adjust or use the approach
What is an example of a collected image?
Three colored rectangles atop a photo, illustrating the idea of layering translucently colored information with annotations included within the layers
What is the purpose of collecting and storing images?
To generate ideas and inspiration for design projects
What are some drawbacks of storing images on a computer?
Storing images on a computer may not be beneficial if the collection is not accessed, used, and annotated regularly
Study Notes
Collecting Images and Clippings for Ideation and Design Processes
- Images are abundant in various media and can be collected to fuel ideation and design processes.
- Scissors, scanner, camera, or image clipping software can be used to collect images and clippings.
- There are three common ways to store collected images: on a computer, in shoe boxes or physical file folders, or in a sketchbook or scrapbook.
- Storing images on a computer may not be beneficial if the collection is not accessed, used, and annotated regularly.
- Shoe boxes or physical file folders are quick and easy to use for storing images but accessing them may be less quick and easy.
- Collecting images in a sketchbook or scrapbook is highly recommended as it involves a deeper study of the image and allows for annotations and notes.
- Annotations should include information about where the image came from, parts liked or disliked, and any thoughts on how to adjust or use the approach.
- The act of printing, cutting, and pasting images often involves a deeper study of the image.
- Reviewing images in a sketchbook or scrapbook is easy, especially if it is carried around.
- An example of a collected image is three colored rectangles atop a photo, illustrating the idea of layering translucently colored information with annotations included within the layers.
- Collected images can be applied to interface problems or design processes.
- Collecting and storing images can be useful in generating ideas and inspiration for design projects.
Are you looking for ways to fuel your ideation and design processes? Do you struggle with finding inspiration and ideas for your design projects? Take this quiz to learn about collecting and storing images and clippings for your design process. Discover the benefits and drawbacks of different methods of image collection, and learn how to use annotations to make the most of your images. This quiz will help you generate ideas and inspiration for your design projects.
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