This text discusses the role of drawing in the creative process of generating ideas, particularly in the context of designing a flower pot. The author emphasizes the importance of study drawings to gain a deep understanding of the subject and make abstract thoughts more accessible. The exploration phase involves generating a large number of ideas through spontaneous drawings, regardless of their appearance. The development phase focuses on refining and selecting the most feasible ideas. Finally, the show phase involves sharing ideas in a clear and concise manner to facilitate discussion and feedback. Drawing is presented as a tool for bridging imagination and reality in the process of idea generation.
| Signal | Change | 10y horizon | Driving force |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drawing makes finding great ideas easier | From difficulty finding ideas to ease in finding ideas | More people using drawing as a tool for ideation | The need for creative solutions and innovation |
| Drawing plays four roles in the creative process | From one role to four roles for drawing in the creative process | More emphasis on the different functions of drawing in creative thinking | The desire for a more holistic approach to problem-solving |
| Study drawings help to absorb knowledge | From relying solely on text research to using illustrations to enhance learning | Increased use of illustrations to make abstract knowledge more accessible | The desire for a more immersive and embodied learning experience |
| Drawing stimulates visual thinking and imagination | From relying solely on verbal thinking to using drawing to stimulate imagination | Increased emphasis on visual thinking and its role in generating ideas | The need for more creative and innovative solutions |
| Drawing helps in selecting and developing ideas | From relying solely on verbal description to using drawing for idea selection and development | More efficient and effective idea selection and development processes | The need for more practical and feasible ideas |
| Drawing simplifies idea sharing | From complex and detailed presentations to simple and concise presentations | More concise and focused idea presentations | The desire for more meaningful and productive discussions |
| Drawing helps bridge imagination and reality | From a gap between imagination and reality to a bridge between the two | More seamless translation of ideas from imagination to reality | The desire for more tangible and actionable ideas |
| Drawing as a tool for building creativity and innovation | From underutilizing drawing as a tool for creativity to recognizing its importance | Increased recognition of drawing as a valuable tool for creativity and innovation | The need for more creative and innovative solutions |