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5 benefits to hand sketching and why you should still do it

Five years on, my approach and rational to hand sketching may have shifted but has it become a redundant part of the design process?

Should you still sketch?

  1. It shows your working out and the process you took. This will also help recall any design routes you did not take.
  2. It shows your personal style. So often design systems take away the designers personality from the end product; this is your chance to inject your style back in.
  3. Sketches looks good in your portfolio. In an age of minimalist portfolios it adds depth to your work as you can see the design process (see point 1).
  4. It’s easy, there isn’t a such a steep learning curve compared to learning how to use design software.
  5. Sketching really is quick and convenient, it’s the design equivalent of writing a list down to get your thought out.

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Marwa Khalil

UX designer and co-founder of two children. Follow me for lifestyle, parenting, and design.