A quarter turn


I started this design and as the work was progressing. I determined it wasnt looking right. I cant tell you how long I just sat and stared at it trying to figure out the why. Of course, I hit the creative brick wall. I did some brainstorm drawing in my book, but could not draw exactly what I was envisioning. Even if I tried to explain it, seems impossible. 

The crossroads of 2 questions. Do I scrap it or do I take a break? The easy answer is to scrap it and move on. However, you lose the possible potential. There is nothing wrong with waiting and taking a second look. And sometimes, the project plan is a radical shift. 

I dont want to waste material, so its always a good idea if there is still life. Take a break and come back. I moved to another project and then came back. I looked and considered my options. I still was struggling untill... I made the quarter turn and everything changed. The pieces started to fall together and it came to life. 


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