It happens to the best of us, we try and try but we just can’t squeeze a good design idea out of our creative brain. Chances are every designer out there has had a design block of some sort at one point in their life. So how do we overcome the big wall that is blocking us from these great ideas? Here are some ways to get those creative juices flowing once again.
 
1. Look at past work
Embracing and exploring our past work can give us some ideas of what works and what doesn’t. Sometimes the best ideas are born from little bits and pieces of past projects. An example is perhaps a logo that didn’t make it last time can now be tweaked and executed differently to be successful on a different project.
 
2. Read blogs
There are many many blogs out there that can help with your creativity. Two types of these blogs are people who share designs they like and tutorial blogs.  Both can be helpful when stuck in a creative rut.
 
3. Doodle
One of the best ways I stumble upon new design ideas is doodling. Just the simple pencil and paper can be great tools to discover some new design ideas. Put the pencil to the paper and let everything flow. Whatever you are thinking, just let it spill onto the page.
 
4. Step away
Sometimes just taking a break from what we are doing is the best way to actually move forward on a project. Take a walk, listen to some music, or even sleep on it. Time away will give you the chance to take a fresh look at your design, and maybe spark a bit of creativity.
 
5. Look at what’s been done
Looking at designs by other people can release the creative juices and let your own designs flow. You may be checking out other artists’ work and suddenly an idea may just come.
 
There are many ways, you will find, that will help you in a creative block. Try asking other designers for opinions on your work However you do it, these 5 ideas will most certainly help you in your design slump.  
 
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