ArtBoard Mobile Application Design
NE Minneapolis is considered the Art District of Minneapolis. A trendy place, full of artists, foodies, and musicians.
In recent years the NE community has developed rapidly. Hundreds of artists occupy industrial buildings that have been converted into artists’ studios. These artists are wanting more business and are struggling to compete to preserve the art culture. They are wanting to attract more businesses and supporters of the arts.
REASERCH:
After meeting with leaders in the Arts District I learned more about the initiatives these artists were taking out of their own time to connect artists in this area. It was clear there was a need for connection within the community.
Through surveys and interviews with artists, admins and members of art organizations in Minneapolis, I identified that there was a need for a digital platform. A tool that would aid art community connection.
PERSONAS:
Community artist Malcolm Potek specializes in glass work and would like to run classes out of his studio.
Margo Ashmore is a publisher at the Northestern newspaper and wants to support artists in NE.
Ali Crow is a young local artist that is looking to connect with other artists in her area and find events.
Elizabeth Pielow is a community member that’s always looking for art related events but doesn’t know where to look.
After identifying personas, and comparing existing tools and platforms I sketched prototypes for a digital platform that would allow the community and the artists to engage.
PROPOSAL: ArtBoard, a mobile application that the public can utilize to engage with artists.
Features include:
Artist profile
Ability to post and attend art related events
Contact artists in your network to purchase art
Mid-fidelity prototypes:
My Profile Page
Upcoming Events
Other Artists Profile
Upload Event