In this directed studies class, we approached design by starting with research and then rule making.  After conducting research in the event that we were assigned, we made rules for typography, image making, color, hierarchy and composition. By  making these rules,  the intention was that it would enable us to focus and push past our first ideas  and what was expected without having to take too much time focusing on these elements. Most of the products of this class, primarily posters, were done at a fast pace. While both the final products of these posters  and the approach to creating were different then what I’m used to, the experience allowed me to learn a different perspective of designing.