I have began researching into some editorial design which I like and think works well. Here is a selection of some of the designs I found, I like simplistic spreads and clever use of colour, as shown in these designs. This is something I will continue to research and possibly take forward into my design.

In my SWOT analysis i identified time management as one of my weaknesses, so i decided to try and develop on this by creating a time plan. This is a weekly plan which will guide me on what needs to be completed each week we have to complete this module.I have used time plans before but as time keeping is such an important part of working in industry, meeting deadlines etc, i feel this is something i need to get in the habit of doing and using on a regular basis.

I will include a copy of this in my PPD folder..

For this project i have created a SWOT analysis before i begin the project properly so i know what my strengths and weaknesses are as well as what oppurtunities i have within this project to develop and on my weaknesses.

This will help me to approach the project in a way which i know is going to help me progress and develop and make the most of this module.

I will include a paper copy of this analysis within my PPD folder..

We were briefed on a new project today, alternative techniques. This brief is going to be very self directed, aimed at broadening and extending skill sets. This brief gives us the oppurtunity to reflect back over the areas we have worked in so far and picking a preferred area of expertise to work in again for this brief.

I have thought about this brief and feel confident that editorial design is the preferred area I am going to chose for this module. I really enjoy this area of Graphic Design in previous projects and have produced strong work, like my design for the typographic circle supplement.