Date of Award

5-2006

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Science (MS)

Abstract

Artists and designers typically utilized sketching for brainstorming because it provides them with a means to transfer their initial ideas from their head onto paper or a computer. Sketching is regarding by research in the field of design to be an essential part of the design process and is believed to be related to creativity and innovation in design. This study explored the role sketching played in the development of graphic design student's creativity. Participants in this study were recruited from six different sections of entry-level, graphic design courses. Their experiences, perceptions of creativity, and attitudes, bout sketching in graphic design were examined during the fall semesters of 2004 and 2005 at one Upper Midwest university

Qualitative and action research methods were used to study the students. Data was gathered from interviews, a survey completed by the participants, classroom observations, and student reflections about creativity. The general categories for the participants' perspectives included background information, perceptions about creativity, and attitudes regarding sketching in graphic design. Three themes emerged from an analysis of the data

The first theme discussed the impact of physical environments and human environments, specifically the role of teachers and peer collaboration, on student creativity. The second theme explained how students defined their creativity and whether or not they considered themselves to be creative in graphic design. Finally, theme three discussed the affects sketching has on the creative process

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