MAKING LIFE COLORFUL By-Sanika Satam, XI B

MAKING LIFE COLORFUL

By-Sanika Satam, XI B

Design is a perfect response to bind people together and to upgrade human life through synchronization of needs and solutions. Design can be implemented in business as well as in daily life - these views were shared by Nikita Mahajan, a fashion designer. She completed Ph.D. in Fashion Design at United world Institute of Design (UID).

For designers, the creative process consists of the attention to the details, overall planning and time management. The most important quality of a designer is to have a different vision for observation and inspiration. Everything is able to inspire a designer. Absolutely, time-management is another important skill a designer must have. Clearly, a designer should be able to convey and convince through the designs. Undoubtedly, rough drawings and sketches perform a key role when it comes to convincing others for seeking approval. There is a great feeling of satisfaction for a designer when he comes to know that his designs are helpful to others. Also, measuring the success of the designs is important because it shows what works and what doesn’t.

Designers must stay aware of current trends to stand out and keep their designs fresh. To stay updated, one should have the commitment to continuous learning. Involvement of the designer in the design community will help for the same. Indeed, color is a powerful way to tell a story, convey emotion and establish a strong brand identity. Color theory is the art of how colors interact, complement and contrast. Designers use the elements of color theory to inform their work and invoke feelings in the designs. Collaborating cross-functionally on a design project is beneficial. Importantly, designers should know how to collaborate not just with other designers but also with non-design team members. In this way, the designers will get a new purpose and the non- design team members get the designs which fulfill their requirements.

Last but not the least, designers should have the ability to present their portfolio flawlessly. Apart from this, designers must be proud of their work and confident about their design skills. Without a doubt, harsh criticism can be used to bring the design projects to the next level. Above all, designers must be able to appreciate a feedback and never take criticism as a personal attack.

Now Miss Nikita also works as an educator in design academies simultaneously. Interviewing my teacher was a greatly beneficial experience for me as I aspire to make a mark in the fascinating field of designing, myself!