REALISING YOURFINAL OUTCOME

Kirkland 2010

REALISING YOURFINAL OUTCOME

Sanders, Gay and Anthony, 2007

Keep it simple and clear

The final image should communicate the essence of your project clearly. Avoid cluttering the image with too many elements or details. Focus on the key aspects that best represent your work.

Vicki Scuri 2014

Consistency with visual style

Show how your design fits into a real-world context or application. This could be a mockup of your design in use, or a simple background that places your project in the setting it's meant for.

Incorporate Context

Make sure your final image reflects the visual style and tone you’ve been using throughout your project. This includes color schemes, typography, and other design elements. Consistency will help reinforce the message and professionalism of your work.

The Poet is in, courtesy of Elman Studio

Use Typography to enhance - not overwhelm

Play with composition

Think about how elements are arranged in your image. Use design principles like the rule of thirds, leading lines, and symmetry to guide the viewer's eye. An engaging composition will make the image stand out more.

If you use text in your final image, make sure it’s legible and complements the design. Don't overcrowd your image with text; let the visuals tell the story and use words only where necessary to clarify or reinforce your message.

Vivian Beer 2016

Pay attention to the proportions and scale of the objects in your final image. Make sure everything feels balanced and visually harmonious. Ensure that your design isn’t too crowded or too sparse.

Use High Quality Images

Show Process with Visuals

Think about proportaions and scale

If you can, show a visual timeline or a simple before-and-after comparison. This can give a deeper insight into how your design evolved, showing the progression and growth of your project.

If your final image involves any photography, illustrations, or textures, make sure they’re high resolution. Blurry or pixelated images will undermine the professionalism of your project.

Bukvic & Ashiba 2014

Tell a story

Screenshot as you go

As you work, make sure you screenshot or photograph your progress. You may change things multiple terms, showing your development if this final outcome desmonstrates your progression.

The final image should not only show your design, but it should also tell a story. It should convey why your design matters, what problem it solves, and how it improves upon existing solutions.

Ask for feedback

Test different versions

Don’t settle on your first version. Create a few different layouts or variations and see which one feels the strongest. Sometimes stepping away from your design and returning with fresh eyes helps you notice what works best. Before finalizing, get feedback from peers or mentors. They might notice things you missed or offer ideas that help elevate your image.