The course is designed for students interested in art and design using advanced technology. During the course, students will be introduced to the basic Art concepts – Color Theory and composition, the fundamentals of digital imaging, basics of industrial design, digital drawing, aesthetic values of computer generated art, and copyright regulations.
Course outcomes: Students will understand the difference and the structure of digital images (bitmap vs vector) Students will be able to make an educated decision of using an appropriate selection tool while editing an image in Adobe Photoshop. Students will understand the concept of layers in Photoshop and learn to use them appropriately. Students will be able to enhance and retouch a damaged image Students will be able to combine multiple images into an artwork. Students will be able to match the colors of an image to a particular color scheme. Students will be able to create vector images. Students will understand the basic Gestalt principles Students will be able to critique a design/layout based on Principles of design Students will be able to manipulate an image in Photoshop and Illustrator
Essential Questions:
What are the basic concepts used to create digital graphics?
What are digital graphics production methods, software, and hardware?
Grading:
You will receive a zero for the day if:
1. You are unprepared for class
2. Not working throughout the entire class
3. Not clean up or clean up early
CAREERS IN GRAPHIC DESIGN:#1 Lettering |
PHOTOSHOP ASSIGNMENTS:
#1 Selection Tools |
#2 All About Layers |
#3 Layers |
#4 Painting |
PHOTOSHOP PROJECTS
ADOBE ILLUSTRATOR ASSIGNMENTS:
Student Work Examples
Lesson Credits: Julianna Kunstler