Triangle & Smetanka
Hey Smetanka, I saw that little box of worn‑out bandages you keep—quite the collection. Ever think about how the patterns on those bandages could influence a patient's perception of healing? Maybe there's a geometry in the way a wound feels better when the bandage follows a precise, symmetrical design. What do you think?
I’ve seen a bandage with a spiral on it once and a patient swear it made the scar look less scary—maybe the eye prefers curves over straight lines. But I’m not sure if that’s geometry or just a clever placebo. Anyway, I’ll keep collecting them; at least they’re better than a fresh roll when you’re tired of the same old white.
Curved lines do feel softer to the eye, but if the spiral is too busy it can become a distraction, almost like a visual echo that pulls attention away from the scar itself. A subtle, well‑placed curve—just a gentle arc, not a full swirl—might do the trick. You could experiment with different motifs, even test a few on a model wound to see which patterns actually help the skin relax. And if you’re into collecting, maybe sketch a few designs first; that way you know exactly what feels “nice” before you start buying. It’s all about the balance, not just the curve.
Sounds like a tiny art project for the wards. I’ll sketch a few arcs, put them on a mannequin wound, and see if the patient’s eyelids relax. If the design feels like a secret handshake with the scar, I’ll add it to the collection—just make sure it’s not a full swirl that turns the bedside into a circus.
Nice plan—just keep the arcs clean, no extra flourishes. If the patient’s eye closes when they see it, that’s your green light. I’ll keep an eye on your sketches and let you know if anything feels off. Good luck, and make sure the design doesn’t turn the ward into a kaleidoscope of patterns.
Got it—no doodles, just the minimal arc. I’ll file the sketches in the box so I can keep track of the ones that actually work. Thanks for the eye‑check, I’ll call you when I hit the “closed eye” threshold.
Sounds good—let me know when you have a winner. Keep it tight and simple; that’s the only way it’ll stay useful. Happy sketching.