Kawaii encouragement Daruma.
A second version of encouragement, pop culture-oriented.
The goal here is to offer this poster to someone who is starting or has already begun a project to show them your support. In the box at the bottom, along the blue line, they note the project start date on the left, their project in the center, and then color one of the eyes black (whichever one they choose). Once the project is completed, they will paint the second eye and indicate the project completion date in the box at the bottom.
The idea comes from Daruma, which are small papier-mâché figurines. These are good luck charms, existing somewhere between magic, psychology, and primarily spirituality. These talismans support the realization of a project, which can be personal, professional, athletic, creative, or group-oriented.
The concepts of personal growth and success are evoked by the Koinobori, and encouragement is conveyed with a «Ganbatte!», an expression deeply rooted in Japanese culture.
So, why not make a graphical version that can be kept as a memento, both of the project and the connection with the person who offered it?