We caught up with the brilliant and insightful Vedika Savalani a few weeks ago and have shared our conversation below.

Vedika, thanks for taking the time to share your stories with us today Can you talk to us about how you learned to do what you do?

My high school art teacher, Ms. Mora, taught me everything I know about the basics of visual art from color theory to understanding compositions. I struggled with figuring out what I wanted to do with my life and finding my voice for a long time till I took her class. She not only helped me find my voice but taught me how to use it in multiple ways. She is also the reason why I chose to pursue something creative with my life. The biggest lesson I learned from her was how to push and develop my ideas and never limit myself when creating something, and being open to different results. Which I not only try to apply to art and design, but also life in general.

With design specifically I was fortunate enough to go to SCAD for college and have the opportunity to learn from some of the best professors. But the main thing I took from my time there wasn’t anything design related, but the practice of being curious and doing. From what I have seen the best creatives are always learning and discovering new things which allows them to continually refine their craft. Which also allowed me to learn that in many instances the biggest obstacle a person faces isn’t anything or anyone but themselves, because the situation isn’t what matters it is your reaction to it that does.

Awesome – so before we get into the rest of our questions, can you briefly introduce yourself to our readers.

I stumbled into art and design on accident and fell in love with it. Then on a whim decided that it was what I wanted to do with my life. I am primarily a graphic designer but I also have a background in film and motion design. My strength as a creative is my ability to create engaging narratives across a variety of platforms. I think what sets me a part is my perspective. I grew up as a third culture kid and have always been curious about the world and the stories it has to offer, and everything I see and create is through the lens of a storyteller.

For you, what’s the most rewarding aspect of being a creative?

For me one of the most rewarding moments when creating is when you stumble upon happy accidents. And how the tiniest of details can completely change my perspective and the direction I take with a project. I enjoy the surprises and twists that come along during the creative process, because those are the moments when I learn the most.

Is there something you think non-creatives will struggle to understand about your journey as a creative? Maybe you can provide some insight – you never know who might benefit from the enlightenment.

I think the biggest thing non-creatives don’t understand is how much work and thought goes into everything a creative does. We think through things down to the point size, and even though it’s something that can seem minuscule it always has an impact on the bigger picture. And that there is so much nuance and thought that goes into every detail and having that human element is what makes good design.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.savalani.design
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vedika.savalani/
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vedika-savalani/