Looking back at the last couple of months, I’ve learned way more than just software skills. I’ve learned patience, discipline, creative problem solving, and how much effort actually goes into professional visual work. I’ve also learned that growth as a designer happens slowly over time. Every assignment builds on the last one, even when it doesn’t feel obvious immediately. There are still moments where I doubt myself creatively, but when I compare my recent work to older projects, I can clearly see improvement. That’s motivating! I’m excited to keep building my portfolio and pushing myself further creatively through future employment and personal projects.