Blog Post 3 - Design

One of the most important things I’m learning about design is that creativity comes from doing, not just watching tutorials. While working hands-on in Adobe Illustrator, I’ve been experimenting with basic tools like the Pen Tool, Shape Builder, and color swatches to explore how simple shapes can turn into strong designs.

Instead of trying to make something perfect, I focused on creating quickly and testing ideas. This helped me understand how balance, contrast, and hierarchy work in real designs. For example, adjusting scale and spacing made my artwork feel more organized, while limiting my color palette made the design stronger and more intentional.

Working directly in Illustrator also taught me that mistakes are part of the process. When anchor points weren’t placed correctly or colors didn’t work together, fixing those problems helped me better understand the tools and design principles at the same time. Each project teaches me that good design isn’t about knowing every tool it’s about experimenting, problem solving, and learning from what works and what doesn’t.