Undertow reads the emotional signals you don't consciously track — tension, calm, overwhelm and t...Undertow reads the emotional signals you don't consciously track — tension, calm, overwhelm and t...
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Undertow reads the emotional signals you don't consciously track — tension, calm, overwhelm and turns them into something you can actually see and understand.
Turning something as vague as "overwhelm" into an actual visible signal is a hard design problem. What was the trickiest emotional state to translate into something you could actually show on screen?
Visualizing emotional state as this shifting particle orb is a much better metaphor than a dashboard with numbers on it. Does the pattern respond in real time or is it more of a periodic snapshot?
Translating chaotic emotional states into an organic, shifting particle orb is brilliant. Did you use Unicorn Studio to generate and control the interactive shader effects?
What if sending money felt a little more like giving a gift?
For Nova, I explored a banking app that brings payments, cards, and a bit of personality together. You can check your balance, browse recent transactions, send or request money, top up, and pay bills.
My favorite part is the digital postcard feature. Before sending a transfer, you can add a little illustrated card—a heart, a birthday greeting, or a playful character. A simple way to make birthday money or a thank-you feel more personal.
I carried that same 3D character into onboarding, pairing it with bold red gradients and large, clear payment details. There’s room for play, while the recipient and amount stay easy to check.
Would you add a postcard to a transfer? I’d love to know what occasion you’d use it for.
Exploring two different hero directions for a new project.
Same message, two completely different visual approaches.
Which one makes a stronger first impression?
Both are strong. I lean towards the dark version, because the orange accent on the italic "guess." pops and the profile portrait gives it a more editorial, confident feel. The navy one reads a bit more corporate, which could suit a more conservative audience. Nice exploration!