As creators, we want to let creativity drive us to a place of originality, uniqueness, and memorable presence.Step 1: Dont believe the myths.There are many myths surrounding creativity. These are the negative things we tell ourselves that inhibit finding that spark or idea.
One myth is Im just not a creative person you dont have to be eccentric aunt Rhonda to be creative. Everyone has creativity.Step 2: Have a defined processIn design, it is important to have a process and stick to it. When we use the same process, our brains can relax and hone in on ideas that are floating out there.
Whether it is napkin sketching or going straight to the computer, when you have a defined process, you leave room for creativity to come in at any point. It avoids bad chaos and leaves room for the good.Step 3: What works is worth stealingIn your research, you might find that there are certain designs and experiences that you love and that they really work. Good ideas are worth stealing.
Good Artists Copy, Great Artists Steal. Pablo PicassoWe all know that Picassos art was original and unique and unprecedented at the time, but he built on the shoulders of others. Im not saying take the New York Times and slap your logo on it, but I am saying that there are great base concepts out there that we should use and then expand upon to create something even better and memorable.Learned BehaviorsWe should steal learned behaviors. These are basics that arent new. One example of a learned behavior is scrolling. Embrace the fact that people have learned to scroll and dont be scared to put things below the fold. Other learned behaviors can be gesture based: swiping in slideshows, etc.
Micro-InteractionsBut I realy want to touch a bit on micro-interactions. We should all be utilizing them. What is a micro-interaction? Its a small action that triggers a response. Pull to refresh for example. There are many known micro interactions that just make sense to utilize and steal. That way were not reinventing the wheel and confusing users.Step 4: Work with not against limitationsSometimes people think that constraints stifle creativity, but in actuality, they can be freeing. If the brand youre working with has detailed guidelines, you dont have to worry too much about the design details. This opens you up to find creative ways to improve and work within the constraints making your product even better.Step 5: Craft your design intelligenceAll of what we talked about so far, and all the research and methods that youre using this will give you design intelligence. Design intelligence is the foundation and the groundwork for creativity. Even if youre a developer, I encourage you to look around and start crafting your own design intelligence. Itll help you have a deeper understanding of what youre building.The more you research, analyze, and think about your product, the more youre crafting your own design intelligence and in turn your creativity will come more naturally.
Step 6: Open source, share, & collaborateShare with others! This makes our industry thrive! Make an icon set and put it up for free download. Or get on GitHub and put up your front end code. Blog about your micro-interactions. Just think for a second how many resources youve utilized that is free like WordPress and think about how you can give back as well.
All these things will help you push your creative limit and make your product even better. Sara Cannon
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