“I never lose. I either win or learn” – Nelson Mandella.
When something happens in your creative process that makes you feel like you've failed, celebrate the fact that you’ll learn from it, and use the valuable insights to improve your approach for next time.
How Setting Creative Restrictions Can Help You Grow as a Designer
French illustrator Marylou Faure found that setting restrictions to her creative process was the best way to evolve her work. With the intention to create a more cohesive portfolio, Marylou set some restrictions by limiting her colour palette.
This is your cue to remember you’re human, and to give yourself a break. Things don’t always go to plan, and that’s ok. Just keep going, and keep striving to be better.