Designing with Technology Portfolio: Step 2
Brainstorm
Imagine you are working as a graphic designer for a restaurant. You have been asked to design the restaurant’s new menu.
Choose two of the brainstorming techniques described in this lesson. Use these techniques to generate ideas for your menu design.
Keep your notes to help you complete the Designing with Technology Portfolio later in this unit.
I don't know yet. Its really confusing.
Can anyone help me PLEASE! Its due TOMORROW
There are several brainstorming techniques you can use to generate ideas for your restaurant menu design. Here are two techniques you can try:
1. Mind Mapping: Mind mapping is a visual technique that involves creating a web of interconnected ideas. Start by writing down the main theme or concept of your menu design in the center of a blank page. From there, draw branches radiating outwards and write down related ideas or sub-themes on each branch. You can then further expand each sub-theme with additional branches and ideas. This technique allows you to explore different design elements and concepts that can be incorporated into your menu design.
To begin, make a list of possible themes or ideas for your restaurant menu design, such as "vintage," "modern," "elegant," "minimalist," "traditional," etc. Choose one of these themes as the center point of your mind map. Then, create branches for different design elements you can include within that theme - such as typography, color schemes, illustrations, layout options, etc. Add sub-branches to each design element to further explore specific ideas. For example, under the typography branch, you could include ideas like "script fonts," "bold san-serifs," or "hand-drawn fonts."
2. Sketching: Sketching is a technique that involves visually expressing ideas through quick drawings. It allows you to explore different visual compositions and layout options for your menu design. Start by sketching rough thumbnail-sized sketches of different menu layouts, typography styles, and various design elements. Try out different combinations and variations to see what looks most visually appealing.
To begin, gather some reference materials like images of existing menu designs or restaurant branding that you find inspiring. Review these materials to get an idea of different layout possibilities, typography styles, and design elements that can be incorporated into your menu design. Then, using a pencil and paper, start sketching different compositions, drawing boxes for sections, experimenting with typography styles, and adding placeholder illustrations or graphics. Remember, the purpose of this technique is to quickly explore ideas, so you don't need to focus on creating detailed drawings. Instead, aim to capture the overall concept and layout of your menu design.
By using these brainstorming techniques, you can generate a variety of ideas for your restaurant menu design. Remember to keep detailed notes and sketches of your brainstorming process as these will be helpful when completing the Designing with Technology Portfolio later.