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AMA - Nijineko Prismaticpsion, world-builder for 30 years
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<blockquote data-quote="nijineko" data-source="post: 6802279" data-attributes="member: 52240"><p>Well, the short and slightly silly answer is:</p><p></p><p></p><p>Why, I write, of course!</p><p></p><p></p><p>The longer and slightly serious answer is that I do not restrict myself to a given format: I use them all. I will write short notes and summaries of ideas, I will hold brainstorming sessions with myself (and occasionally others), I will write up outlines and timelines, and then I'll draw sketches, or create computer generated artwork, make maps, and on and on. I do gather all the hardcopy into a single place, and all the softcopy into a single folder (and make backups!) so that I have a more or less centrally located project file. Whenever I get stuck, I switch formats and work on the same thing in a new format, or work on something else entirely. Switching gears is the best break or rest your mind can get (doing nothing is the worst, by the way). So when I'm really stuck, I'll go write or perform music, read a book, study some subject of interest, go for a walk, work out, talk with a friend, or even clean up a random section of the house (which earns me brownie points as an added bonus!) </p><p></p><p>A note about writing - it is amazing how writing by hand can help organize thoughts and progress the development process. When I write by hand, despite or maybe because of, the slowness, it actually helps bring clarity to my thoughts. I usually later transcribe it into a computer, which also doubles as a first edit, in some cases. </p><p></p><p>Content is always tricky. How much is too much, and how much is enough? I tend to go with a 'more is more' idea when generating content, but not when presenting content. One important aspect of content is keeping your premise in mind - there are lots of great ideas out there, but no all of them will fit the premise. A clearly defined and quantifiable premise, along with some notes on logical conclusions and corollaries derived from said premise can help keep one on track during design and development. How much detail to go into really depends on the scope and nature of the premise. </p><p></p><p>I hope that targets your question - if not, feel free to ask more!</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="nijineko, post: 6802279, member: 52240"] Well, the short and slightly silly answer is: Why, I write, of course! The longer and slightly serious answer is that I do not restrict myself to a given format: I use them all. I will write short notes and summaries of ideas, I will hold brainstorming sessions with myself (and occasionally others), I will write up outlines and timelines, and then I'll draw sketches, or create computer generated artwork, make maps, and on and on. I do gather all the hardcopy into a single place, and all the softcopy into a single folder (and make backups!) so that I have a more or less centrally located project file. Whenever I get stuck, I switch formats and work on the same thing in a new format, or work on something else entirely. Switching gears is the best break or rest your mind can get (doing nothing is the worst, by the way). So when I'm really stuck, I'll go write or perform music, read a book, study some subject of interest, go for a walk, work out, talk with a friend, or even clean up a random section of the house (which earns me brownie points as an added bonus!) A note about writing - it is amazing how writing by hand can help organize thoughts and progress the development process. When I write by hand, despite or maybe because of, the slowness, it actually helps bring clarity to my thoughts. I usually later transcribe it into a computer, which also doubles as a first edit, in some cases. Content is always tricky. How much is too much, and how much is enough? I tend to go with a 'more is more' idea when generating content, but not when presenting content. One important aspect of content is keeping your premise in mind - there are lots of great ideas out there, but no all of them will fit the premise. A clearly defined and quantifiable premise, along with some notes on logical conclusions and corollaries derived from said premise can help keep one on track during design and development. How much detail to go into really depends on the scope and nature of the premise. I hope that targets your question - if not, feel free to ask more! [/QUOTE]
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