# research is important > Research widely, select carefully. Broad funnel, tight filter. > > — James Clear stuff about research and [[inspiration]] > In the realm of design practice, gathering is an essential part. We designers gather content for publications, data for AI tools, fonts, … . Gathering visual inspiration is crucial for honing skills and aesthetic sensitivity. Through examining and selecting designs, we refine perception and stimulate new ideas. These ideas form suitable containers for various contents. Design projects often span diverse topics, extending beyond the expertise of designers themselves. Collecting allows us to gather relevant content from various experts, facilitated by the searchable nature of the web and the ease of access through hyperlinks to related materials. > > — [Gathering Softly](http://gatheringsoftly.gallery) --- tags: #creativity #process home: [[! creative process]]