Wow! WOW! I just finished reading an inspirational article entitled, Falling Down, by Andy Rutledge over at Design View. Comparing design conundrums with the ability to fall down gracefully at his dojo, Rutledge provides some eloquent advice and insight as to how designers can maintain professionalism during the bad times. Well done Andy!
"If you’re a designer, you know that perfect designs do not always spontaneously flow from your pen. You know that truly creative solutions that effectively serve the client’s and users’ needs do not always present themselves when you want them to. In short, it is simply not enough to be highly competent under the best of circumstances, when you’re filled with inspiration and all the gears are turning. What matters most—and most often—is how competent you are when things are not going well."
Very cool - thanks for passing it along! I agree that one's character (creative or otherwise) is best demonstrated in times of trial and failure...
Posted by: The Dan Ward | January 28, 2008 at 06:51 PM