The beauty in the process is something I find very interesting. Maybe its the way others come up with ideas or maybe its because I am constantly wondering how others become great. Either way, the process is sometimes more important than the final result, and I think there’s something to be said about that.
My process as a designer isn’t something fixed, it changes almost every time I start something new. Some days I’ll sit down and sketch out rough ideas, letting things come together on paper before I even touch my computer. Other times, I’ll scroll through Pinterest or look at different artists’ work to spark something visually. And sometimes, my process has nothing to do with design at all. I’ll step away completely and go out to eat, try something new, or pick up a random hobby—because those real-life experiences end up influencing my ideas more than I expect.
I’ve realized that creativity doesn’t always happen when you force it. Sitting in front of a blank screen, waiting for a “good” idea to appear, can feel frustrating and unproductive. What’s helped me the most is stepping away from that pressure and letting inspiration come from outside of my workspace. Whether it’s a conversation, a place, or just a small moment in my day, those experiences shape the way I think and, eventually, what I create.
Because of that, my process is less about following a strict set of steps and more about understanding how I work best in the moment. Sometimes that means sketching everything out, other times it means collecting references, and sometimes it just means taking a break and letting ideas build naturally. I’ve learned to trust that even when it doesn’t feel like I’m “working,” I’m still developing ideas in the background.
There really isn’t a right or wrong way to approach design because it all comes down to how you operate as a creative person. Some people build detailed mood boards, others write everything down, and some just jump straight into creating. That’s what makes design so interesting. Every piece of work comes from a different perspective, shaped by different experiences, habits, and ways of thinking.
For me, the process is still evolving, and I think it always will be. The more I create, the more I understand what works for me—and what doesn’t. And honestly, that’s the best part of it.