Mid-Year Mood Board

We’re halfway through the year which means it’s time to take a look at my mid-year mood board! 

A mood board consists of text and images to visually communicate an idea, feeling or concept- if you watch Interior Design Challenge you'll know that they're often used by interior designers to help a client envision a project or style. Personally I like mood boards because you make them look as aesthetic as you like and I use them to visualise my ambitions for the future. I've found that since purchasing my iPad my love for a mood board has grown being able to produce a digital version using Procreate and Pinterest, the process is so relaxing and satisfying. I switch up the aesthetic and colour theme depending on what I'm into whether that's neutrals, 90s, or florals and they're only a few ideas. My mid-year mood board has a pink theme with positive quotes and images- giving good vibes and looking cute. 

Graduating university 

 It’s official, I’ve completed my Film Studies degree and I'm super proud of myself! Working and studying from home during such a crucial time was challenging, but it's done and now all I have to do is wait for the grades to be released. 

Begin a masters degree 

In 'My Goals For 2021' I mentioned that I'd like to apply for a master's course which I have and, as long as I get the required grades, I'll begin studying journalism in a few months. 

 

Create a podcast

Between finishing my degree, my part-time job, and keeping up with my social life my podcast hasn't progressed. However, after a short break I'm working on it again; there's a lot of research, films to be watched and specific features to be finalised. I'm hopeful that I'll be able to share it by the end of the year. 

Go on holiday

I won't be going abroad this year, but I do love a little staycation! I was lucky enough to have a gorgeous week away in the Lake District at the end of May; there's so many places to explore there with lots to do, it was super relaxing and just lovely to get away. Next up is a mini spa break in August, I've never been to a spa before but I know it's going to be dreamy. 

Start driving again 

For this things are moving in the right direction! Driving lessons and tests give me a little anxiety, but I know that passing my driving test is something I want and may need in the future. My theory test is booked, I'm feeling positive and hope that with some lessons I'll finally be able to pass my driving test. 

Positive mindset 

Your finally year of university is no joke, it drained me completely! Personally, I struggle with believing in myself and my work which causes a negative mindset. It's something I'd like to improve especially as I go on to do a masters degree. 

 

Concert

If the pandemic hadn't of happened I'd have been to six concerts last year alone. There's nothing better than live music! I'd give anything to experience the atmosphere and exhilaration of the lights going down, the crowd screaming, and the artist appearing. Honestly, I'm desperate to be at a concert even for the post-concert blues. None of my concerts have been rescheduled yet, but I've got tickets for Neighbourhood Weekender in September which is going to be epic!

There you have it, my mid-year mood board. Do you make mood boards or prefer writing down your aspirations, maybe you have a unique way of noting them down? Let me know in the comments below.