Anqi Liu

Richan and Angie have been best friends since high school and share a passion for creativity, having taken art and design classes together to pursue their goals of self-expression and problem-solving. While they went their separate ways in college, their love and enthusiasm for art and design only grew stronger. Richan honed her skills in illustration and animation, while Angie focused on product design. As they built their skill sets and pursued their visions in different fields, their friendship and talent joined in product design. This led to the birth of DG-Meteor, where they continue to inspire and support each other.

DG-Meteor is a creative studio that welcomes day-to-day challenges, approaches them with a creative mindset, and designs fun and techy products that meet human needs. The studio was founded in 2020 by UI/UX Designer Anqi (Angie) Liu and Animator/Illustrator Yangyuchen (Richan) Li.

At DG-Meteor, we believe design means finding the perfect balance between user experience and visuals, so our designs can speak for themselves.

Creative ideas and designs are a reflection, a combination, a sum of unique voices amplified by an ever-growing process of learning and experimentation. We're passionate about functionality and problem-solving and express these values through dynamic yet relatable visual designs.

As a collaborative team, our favorite part of the creative process revolves around collaboration and mutual understanding between the two of us, and how we bring our individual strengths together to create a cohesive piece. We strive to learn from and trust each other's expertise as we collaborate and work through the interdisciplinary processes of product design, animation, and illustration. Our shared goal is to achieve visual and functional harmony in our designs.

Behance, which is a good platform to share ideas with different designers and artiest.

Functionality: Design should serve a purpose and be functional. Whether it's a website, an app, or a physical product, usability and ease of use are crucial considerations.

Minimalist: This style emphasizes simplicity, clean lines, and a focus on essential elements. It often involves the use of ample white space, minimal color palettes, and concise typography.

We recommend seeking inspiration from peers and creatives in your field, as well as exploring nature and history to find what interests you and what problems you would like to solve. Even the smallest things in life can lead to amazing projects. Keep your passion alive in your work, and viewers will be able to sense it through your creations!

Our creative process begins with the two of us exchanging casual conversations while walking our dogs or driving, discussing what we like and how we can learn or draw inspiration from the daily things that surround us. Once we settle on a topic, we dive into research, sharing insights and inspirations to set the tone, wireframe, and visualize our ideas through experimentation. After the initial brainstorming, we move into production, giving each other space to work, but actively critiquing and sharing feedback to unleash our creativity in our respective areas of expertise and bring the final product to life.

Our Behance: https://www.behance.net/angielu1; https://www.behance.net/richanlyyc;

My name is Angie Liu. I am a full-stack user experience and user interface designer with visual and information design backgrounds, applying information organizing, visual impacts, and research skills to experience design. I am currently a senior UI/UX designer at Blizzard Entertainment. I create user-centered designs that are intuitive, elegant, and meaningful. I specialize in user experience, user interface and interactive design for digital devices, App design, and game design. Yangyuchen Li - a.k.a. Richan, a 2D animator + illustrator! I was born and raised in Kunming, China, and came to the US to study when I was fifteen. My practices explore language, ritual, and intimacy that overlap across cultures, from modern life to mythological folklore. Exporting these thoughts into fun jpegs, gifs, and movies with a wide variety of art styles is the language that I speak. I currently work at String & Key as a full-time animator.

Richan and Angie have been best friends since high school and share a passion for creativity, having taken art and design classes together to pursue their goals of self-expression and problem-solving. While they went their separate ways in college, their love and enthusiasm for art and design only grew stronger. Richan honed her skills in illustration and animation, while Angie focused on product design. As they built their skillsets and pursued their visions in different fields, their friendship and talent joined in product design. This led to the birth of DG-Meteor, where they continue to inspire and support each other.

We believe creativity means finding the perfect balance between user experience and visuals, so our designs can speak for themselves. Creative ideas and designs are a reflection, a combination, a sum of unique voices amplified by an ever-growing process of learning and experimentation. We're passionate about functionality and problem-solving and express these values through dynamic yet relatable visual designs.

As a collaborative team, our favorite part of the creative process revolves around collaboration and mutual understanding between the two of us, and how we bring our individual strengths together to create a cohesive piece. We strive to learn from and trust each other's expertise as we collaborate and work through the interdisciplinary processes of product design, animation, and illustration. Our shared goal is to achieve visual and functional harmony in our designs.

1. It's solving a problem for the User. 2. It's easy to understand and use. 3. Visually is consist with the concpet

Reading APP is a UI/UX project thoughtfully created to enhance readers’ experience in digital reading and online communities. The Reading Application provides a space for passionate indie writers to publish their work, for curious readers to find indie writers, and for users, including writers and readers, to exchange their insights. The illustration highlights a clean shape and lines with a muted complementary color to appear approachable. We strived to provide a friendly style through characters, color, and icons to nurture a cozy, inclusive, and welcoming space for exchanging thoughts.

My name is Angie Liu. I am a full-stack user experience and user interface designer with visual and information design backgrounds, applying information organizing, visual impacts, and research skills to experience design. I am currently a senior UI/UX designer at Blizzard Entertainment. I create user-centered designs that are intuitive, elegant, and meaningful. I specialize in user experience, user interface and interactive design for digital devices, App design, and game design. My weapons of choice are Photoshop, Illustrator, Sketch, and Figma. I also work on Game UI design for some of the big game companies for example NetEase. A few of my favorite things are user-based UX/UI design, game design, animation, and travel all over the world.

Problem-Solving: Design is often driven by the desire to solve problems and improve experiences. Designers have the opportunity to address complex challenges and find innovative solutions that can enhance people's lives, whether it's through user-friendly interfaces, efficient processes, or intuitive product designs.

I believe I choose to become a designer because I love creating something different to solve issues.

I usually design interfaces for digital products especially video games to improve the UX.

Keep learning new styles and technology from different people. Don't worry about making mistakes. Keep trying new things until find your style.

Attention to Detail: Great designers pay meticulous attention to every aspect of their work. They have an eye for detail, ensuring that their designs are polished and refined. They take the time to refine typography, spacing, color choices, and other elements to create a harmonious composition.

Empathy and User Focus: Great designers have a deep understanding of their target audience. They empathize with users, placing themselves in their shoes to design experiences that are intuitive, enjoyable, and cater to their needs. They prioritize user research and feedback to inform their design decisions.

Efficiency and Functionality: Good design improves efficiency and functionality. It streamlines processes, eliminates unnecessary complexity, and simplifies interactions. By considering user needs and workflows, well-designed systems, interfaces, and products can enhance productivity and user satisfaction.

Increased Engagement and Conversion: Good design can significantly impact user engagement and conversion rates. Whether it's a website, mobile app, or marketing material, aesthetically pleasing and user-friendly designs attract and retain users' attention. Well-designed interfaces and visuals can guide users through a desired flow and encourage them to take action, leading to increased conversions and business growth.

Jonathan Ive: Jonathan Ive, formerly the Chief Design Officer at Apple, played a pivotal role in shaping the company's iconic product designs. His focus on simplicity, minimalism, and seamless user experiences contributed to the success of products like the iPhone, iPad, and MacBook.

Milton Glaser: Milton Glaser was an American graphic designer known for his versatile and imaginative approach. He co-founded the iconic New York Magazine and designed the famous "I ❤ NY" logo. Glaser's work showcased his skill in using typography, illustration, and symbolism to create memorable designs.