Today’s challenge might remind you of a Swiss Army Knife: a simple silhouette, but packed to the gills with useful tools. That classic red pocket tool is an elegant design. It balances the need to accomplish multiple functions, while also being smooth and comfortable in a snug pocket. Achieving that balance of form & function isn’t easy, but that’s why we’re practicing.
In this exercise you’ll work from Ryan’s design drawing. Since drawing isn’t his professional skill, you’re tasked with interpreting, refining, and unifying the forms. Like the Swiss Army Knife, your goal is to craft a simple exterior without losing any of the interior functionality.
