Abstract
Why are digital tools not replacing traditional sketchbooks? Described here is a research-led teaching project to explore the fundamentals of sketchbook use. An analysis of real world sketchbooks, artists' statements and semi-structured interviews is presented that reveals the complex of interrelated activities that sketchbooks support. Csikszentmihalyi's creative systems model is used to frame this analysis, highlighting the role of sketchbooks as a support tool across the creative system. Initial prototypes of interface components for an iPad app are explored and discussed as part of a student project. Insights are provided into how to re-design digital sketchbooks in order to support activities across the creative system in a holistic way.
Original language | English |
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Article number | n/a |
Pages (from-to) | 1-19 |
Number of pages | 19 |
Journal | Digital Creativity |
Volume | n/a |
Early online date | 17 May 2013 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2013 |
Keywords
- creativity
- sketchbooks
- interfaces
- systems model