Can you believe that this is the final episode of season one? It has been such an amazing journey sharing and growing on this journey with you. In this episode, I shared a question I have encountered and navigated a lot and the question is “What is the next step in my creative career?”  I also shared the tactics I have developed over the years to help answer the question whenever it shows up.

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 In this episode of TCTLE Office Hours, I am talking about how to discover and trust your artistic voice. As a designer, I know how susceptible we can be to the voices and styles of successful designers and then we neglect to explore, nurture and evolve our artistic voices. This episode is to share tips that encourage you to keep doing what you like to do, and trust that your personality and signature will naturally come out.

Question answered on the episode:

Do you create for yourself or your target audience?

A: Create work that makes you happy. Creating is so personal, that you don’t want to accidentally get caught up making things you hate just for a dollar. Now, if you run a business, that’s more nuanced. Pay attention to what draws people in but also make sure you balance the stuff that makes money with the stuff that brings you joy. Always remember, there’s an audience for everything. Maybe yours just hasn’t found you yet.

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My conversation with Product Designer, Kim Alban, was previously recorded before the TCTLE Office Hours Podcast launched in April. However, our conversation was rich, engaging and full of gems that I want to share on the podcast. Kim’s interest in being creative in multiple mediums and her desire to expand her knowledge continually started when she was a little child. We dived into her career journey, how she kept herself motivated along the way, and other topics.

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Question answered on the episode:
Who are some of the creatives you're inspired by? 

• @ux.patricia for even delving into the future space and technology. 
• @samanta.ux for her approach to accessibility & her effort to educate designers on it!
• @miguelmakes for his inclusion design lab and the push for inclusive design.

These designers are very inspirational for their pursuits to encourage and remind others that there is plenty under the design umbrella that we need to consider!

What are some resources you'd like to share?
I'd love to share my Notion link as it's a hub of XR resources. I update it as often as I can! If you're into the AR/VR space at all, take part in Meta Research panels to stay up to date with research in the field. Also, some of the folks I mentioned above share their knowledge through carousels on Instagram or have created a lab dedicated to inclusion. Follow them at those handles—you won't be disappointed!

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Website: https://www.kimalban.com
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