Creative Process

What I learned about the creative process...

is the importance of iteration and refinement. Wallace’s 4-step model, mentioned in the “Kill you Darling” video in CPSA250, emphasizes the cyclical nature of creativity, which includes preparation, incubation, illumination, and verification. The preparation phase of my project included loads of research where I educated myself on the history of Buddhism as a whole and then the history of Buddhism in each country I was analyzing: Sri Lanka, Japan, and Thailand. On top of Buddhist history, I had to learn about Buddhist architecture as well as how it differed from region to region. All of this research provided me with the knowledge to effectively create my magazine on the history and architecture of Buddhism and the designs of the temples I was replicating. During the incubation phase, I made several rough drafts of each temple to visualize various ways I could portray the architectural details of each space effectively. This period of reflection allowed me to refine my designs and vision for the project. The illumination phase occurred during the translation of my designs from Procreate to Adobe Illustrator to the laser cutter. Through experimentation and feedback, I iteratively refined my designs to achieve my desired outcome. Finally, the verification phase involved critically evaluating the effectiveness of both my design and magazine and making adjustments as needed to ensure it aligned with my project goals. By applying Wallace’s 4-step model from CPSA250, I was able to follow a systematic approach that fostered personal growth and development within my project.