Review Week 9

In this post, answer the following questions:

Compare and contrast vector graphics and pixel images.
Vector-based graphics are made by equations whereas raster-based images are made up of tiny squares called pixels. Vector-based images always print a quality image every time, but pixels need 300 dpi in order to have a quality print. Both techniques can be useful depending on what the client wants. For example, for designing a logo, a vector-based graphic would be best because it can easily altered in size. What resolution is necessary to print raster images?
300 dpi What resolution is necessary to display raster images on the internet?
72 dpi

Steve Jobs

In this entry post, answer the following questions:

Who is Steve Jobs?
He is a computer entrepreneur and co-founder of apple.

What company was he CEO for many years?
Apple

What did he do for the computer industry?
He created computers, portable devices to user interfaces (including touch-based), speakers, keyboards, power adapters, staircases, clasps, sleeves, lanyards and packages.  

How did this man impact the graphic design industry?

He bought and named Pixar which produced Toy Story, A Bug's Life, Toy Story, Monsters Inc., Finding Nemo, The Incredibles, Cars, Wall-E, Up, and Toy Story

Review Week 8

In this post, answer the following questions:

Why must designers pay close attention to how color is utilized within a composition?
Too much color can distract or annoy the eye but too little color will bore the eye

Why is the color wheel an important tool for graphic designers?
It helps give them a guide of primary, secondary, and tertiary colors

Find an example of neutral colors utilized within a design (hint: google poster design). Near the sample, discuss why you feel the designer included neutral colors within the composition.
The poster is mainly black and white with the exception of bright green. This makes the green stand out even more. The designer used black and white to emphasize the "BIG" and the snowboarder.

Briefly describe how we "see" the color of an object?

We see the color of an object by what colors it reflects off and what colors it absorbs. For example, an apple is red, so it reflects only red and absorbs all other colors.

Review Week 6

What is the pen tool used for?The pen tool is used to create either strait or curved lines and usually creates an image or shape.

How can you manipulate a path/line in Illustrator? Discuss the use of the white arrow tool, pen+, pen-, and convert too. You can use the white arrow tool to change the direction or placement of an anchor on a line. The pen+ and pen- tools can add or remove anchor points on objects for you.

How can you utilize the layers palette in Illustrator?
If you are tracing an image you can create layers for the image and the pen tool to trace on. Layers are used to separate work so that they won't get messed up when you are working on something else.

How do you create a clipping mask in Adobe Illustrator?

To create a clipping mask first create a box with no fill or border around whatever you want to keep. Then, select all of your image including the box. To be sure, go to the object menu and press arrange- move to front. Finally, on the object menu go to clipping mask and click create.

Review Week 5

For each of the 5 elements of design (shape, line, texture, space, value), find an example that utilizes each element within the design (Google search for poster design, advertisements, etc). You should have 5 DIFFERENT sample designs. 

For each, evaluate the design in 4 to 5 sentences. Label each with the appropriate element. Then, discuss how that particular element is used and how it enhances the design

5 elements of design:

Shape: This image represents shape because it is made up of many shapes that form together to spell a word.  No text was used in the picture, but the way the objects were arranged makes it look like there is text.  The  element of shape uses organic and  geometric shapes to create other images.

Shape: This image represents shape
because it is made up of many shapes
that form together to spell a word. 
No text was used in the picture, but the
way the objects were arranged makes
it look like there is text.  The 

element of shape uses organic and 

geometric shapes to create

other images.

Value: Value is the use of black and
white to add a special effect to the
image.  For example, in this picture
there are shadows and lighting techniques
that make the images look more real.
Since there is a more contrast in
color, it makes the shapes stand out more. 

Line: This adveritsment uses the element

of line.  In this case, horizontal lines.  

Horizontal lines usually mean rest. 

There could also be vertical, inticating

height; or diagonal, meaning movement. 

This picture uses lines to create 

letters that spell out their company

name.  Lines can also be used to 

give movement to an image.

Texture: Texture makes a  2D image look 3D.  It tries to make it look like the object in the picture is  right there in front of  you.  In this picture the  paper looks crinkled that  gives it a 3D look.

Texture: Texture makes a 

2D image look 3D.  It tries

to make it look like the

object in the picture is 

right there in front of 

you.  In this picture the 

paper looks crinkled that 

gives it a 3D look.

Space: The element of space consists  of positive and negative space.  Usually  in images using the element of space there is two images that you  can see.  In this picture the black appears as two faces where as the white looks like a vase.  This also happens with black and white patterns.

Review Week 4

Why/how can icons be used to communicate?

  Icons are used to convey a message without the use of text so that it can relate to everyone despite language barriers. 

Via the internet, find 2 examples of common icons that clearly communicate their message. Post both in this entry.

What is the difference between copyright and public domain?

  Copyright is a legal protection that says you can't copy that image, and public domain means that anyone can use the object

How can you avoid plagairism in this class? In other classes?

  To avoid plagiarism in this class it is important not to copy an image off of Google and to create our own images, and in other classes you can reword your sentences into your own words so you are not plagiarizing. 

Review Week 3

What is OSHA? What do the letters stand for?

   OSHA stands for Occupational Safety & Health Administration.  It is a government agency that protects workers and their health. 

How can graphic designers effectively communicate? In your own words, explain the communication process.

   Graphic designers can communicate through their coworkers and clients.  The communication process involves researching the topic, making a rough draft, then making final edits to the finished product.

Understanding the history, culture and movements of fine and graphic arts will make you a better producer of visual messages. Why?

   If you truly know the complete back ground of the arts and graphic design, then it will help make you a better worker and have more knowledge over whatever is given to you.