Credits:Jonathan Mak.

Looking at creative designs like the one above, it has always made me wonder how people are able to use their creativity to create impeccable and mind boggling advertising designs. So, I was really excited about having visual communication class, as I will finally be able to learn how to create my own designs! However, when I heard that we were all required to draw, I was really petrified. I mean, I can't even draw to save my own life! That may be exaggerated, but honestly, drawing is the last thing that I am good at. 

But of course, it was good to hear that most creative designers for advertisements are not able to draw too (: I guess creativity is more important than artistic skills in visual communication.

Anyway,the first visual communication lesson was really an eye opener! It has been ages since I last drew, and I really had a lot of fun attempting ( though it was a failed attempt)  to draw my friend's portraits.  I also learnt many design concepts, such as making use of negative space, and proportion.It really reminded me of my lower secondary art lessons, where we were encouraged to come out with designs that were out of the box. 

And of course, I find visual communication really interesting, as it is worlds apart from more academic modules that we have to take, such as business.  In this module, I really hope that I will be able to learn more about creating designs for advertisements and campaigns, and hopefully, one day, I will find drawing to be a walk in the park!