Layout


 * Layout**
 * Layout**

Some of your pictures will look better if they are cut out to the shape of the object, other items will look better cut out in a square/rectangle – that is up to you, but try to have some of each. Don’t cut things out with a zigzag or wavy border – it looks more professional if you use a ruler – if you find it difficult to follow a straight line with scissors – use a craft knife.

Pick out the most important pictures – the ones that mean the most to you and place them on the board first – carefully start to add each picture considering the composition - where it looks best and whether you can communicate a theme with the positioning of the pictures. If you have too many pictures create a second board or stick the pictures in your sketchbook – you can still use these pictures to influence your design work. If you would like to draw the observers attention to something or give a reason for it being on the board – or remind yourself why you find the picture interesting then you can add text to your mood board. If you have good handwriting than make notes on the board – if your handwriting is untidy then use the computer to write text. Always use the computer to create mood board headings or titles – don’t do this by hand.



Remember – Always be selective at every stage of the mood board creation – pack it full of interesting, influential images and this will enable you to go wild with ideas when you start designing!

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