51. Embrace constr aints Constraints are also an important part of creating ideas.
52. Embrace constr aints When you have the world at your disposal, you can often get overwhelmed with options.
53. Embrace constr aints Experts call this ‘decision paralysis’ and it hurts creativity.
54. “ Deadlines and constraints make you creative…” - Jack White
55. “ Deadlines and constraints make you creative…” - Jack White Jack White, the lead singer for “The White Stripes” has used constraints to create 6 albums, with 26 singles, make 14 videos, get nominated for 9 Grammys and win 6 of them.
56. “ Deadlines and constraints make you creative…” - Jack White Here are a few examples:
57. “ Deadlines and constraints make you creative…” - Jack White Here are a few examples: Only 2 people in the band
58. “ Deadlines and constraints make you creative…” - Jack White Here are a few examples: Only 2 people in the band Only colors for albums and stage are black, white and red
59. “ Deadlines and constraints make you creative…” - Jack White Here are a few examples: Only 2 people in the band Only colors for albums and stage are black, white and red Book only 4 days in the studio to force themselves to get done
60. “ Deadlines and constraints make you creative…” - Jack White Here are a few examples: Only uses drums, vocals and piano or drums, vocals and guitar
61. “ Deadlines and constraints make you creative…” - Jack White Here are a few examples: Storytelling, rhythm and melody Only uses drums, vocals and piano or drums, vocals and guitar
122. To think like a designer: Use constraints to spark creativity Design should happen first, so get away from your desk during the planning stage Always focus on your audience’s needs
123. For better visuals : Be aware of Space, Unity and Contrast Like a director, use the Rule of Thirds Increase your signal by decreasing noise
124. Sourcing Signal vs Noise: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Signal-to-noise_ratio The following notes were taken from Wikipedia: Saul Bass: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saul_Bass The White Stripes: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_White_Stripes The Rule of Thirds: images used - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rule_of_thirds The rest of the information and inspiration came from the following books: