As a graphic designer, your most important asset is your imagination. Whenever you visualize and guide a concept into fruition, it is your imagination that is at work. It practically fuels your very being. To maintain and care for this valuable asset and keep your creative juice flowing, you may want to remember the following tips:
Always keep a pen and paper
You never know when the next big idea will hit you, so make sure to always have a pen and paper handy wherever you go. Doodling and random sketches based on spur of the moment ideas can help improve your skills as well as sharpen your creativity.
Don’t be afraid to make mistakes
Not that you should deliberately commit them. Opening yourself up to mistakes means you should not be afraid to take risks. Learn from any setbacks that come your way, whether in creating a layout for a commercial poster or conceptualizing any artwork. They can help inform your creative decisions.
Be inspired by other works
Consider checking out online design sites and galleries to learn and get useful insights. A little inspiration from other creative individuals can charge up your creative spark.
Surround yourself with inspiring people
Speaking of other creative individuals, you may want to hang out more with people who can help guide you into becoming a better designer or artist.
Stay positive
A positive attitude can certainly bring out the best in people. By having a generally optimistic outlook, you are allowing yourself to think creatively without any censure from your inner critic (everyone has them, don’t worry).