Create a story about two unlikely characters: a cloud and a cactus. (a) Write the plot of their interaction and how it ends. How do these very different characters deal with each other, and what lesson does their relationship carry? (b) Make five visuals, each showing a different stage of their relationship or their surroundings as it changes.
- Time limit
- 30 minutes
What mentors look for
- Concept & originality
- Storytelling / communication
- Visual expression
- Observation
- Sketching skill
Source: NID M.Des DAT Prelims 2025, as recalled by students; reworded by Dnerd Studio