A Dialogue with Ruby Shields
Episode 10
In this episode of the Design Dialogues podcast, your host Beth Bieske interviews Ruby Shields, a recent graduate in interior design. Ruby shares her journey from advertising to interior design, emphasizing the importance of following one's passion and not being deterred by others' opinions. She also discusses the importance of looking beyond the image on platforms like Pinterest and delving into the work of the creator behind it. Ruby advises new designers to experiment, not self-edit too early, and to sit on their designs before finalizing them. She also encourages designers to network, attend events, and visit suppliers and showrooms to make industry connections.
KEY PARTS IN THE DIALOGUE
8.49 Ruby talks about why she made the decision to change career from advertising to interior design and what things she considered when she was choosing where to study.
18.40 Ruby talks about why Pinterest is one of the last places she goes to for inspiration
22.18 Ruby talks about some tips for new designers on how to develop their style
32.07 Ruby talks about building your brand
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