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I Want to be a Graphic Designer But I Can't Draw...
5 pieces of advice for designers without drawing skills
1. Leverage technology
2. Use good communication skills
"Graphic design is about communication, not drawing."
3. Learn the basics of design
4. Practice simple sketching
5. Find your niche in a more technical field
"...you can find success regardless of their drawing talent."
Put your worries aside
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Content: Luckily, design is a growing industry. If you’re not interested in drawing, Erin Morris, founder of Evergreen Design Studio, suggests seeking out a specialized role in a more technical field. You may not realize how many unique types of graphic design jobs are really out there. “Graphic design has become such a broad field encompassing roles ranging from the technical and analytical to the visual and illustrative,” Morris explains. “ If you're not good at drawing and don’t aspire to be, you can focus on the more technical fields like user interface design and UX design.” Put your worries aside
You can no longer use your artistic abilities (or lack there of) as an excuse for not pursuing a profession in graphic design. Sattelmeyer encourages aspiring designers to pursue their dreams regardless of their drawing talent. “There’s no need to worry over having to become an accomplished illustrator,” he says. “ As long as you can get the point of your designs across to your clients, you can find success despite what you think of your drawing talent.” Are you ready to overcome your fears and get started on your career path?