Image Collection and Ideation for Design

Collecting Images and Clippings for Ideation and Design Processes

• Images are abundant in various forms, including magazines, books, posters, and the web.
• Collecting images and clippings is a way to use the richness of the world around us for ideation and design processes.
• There are several methods to save a copy of collected images, such as using scissors, a scanner or camera, or image clipping software.
• To make collected images useful, it is important to develop habits for storing them effectively.
• Three common ways to store collected images are on a computer, in shoe boxes or physical file folders, or in a sketchbook or scrapbook.
• Accessing and annotating collected images is crucial to gain the benefits of using them.
• Collecting images in a sketchbook or scrapbook is highly recommended because it involves a deeper study of the image and allows for easy reviewing.
• Annotations should include information about the source of the image, parts liked or disliked, and any thoughts or adjustments related to the image.
• Crediting other people's ideas is important when using their images.
• Examples of image collections can provide inspiration and ideas for design processes.
• Annotated layered ideas can be applied to interface problems in design.
• Regularly accessing and reviewing collected images can enhance the ideation and design processes.