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Graphics Fundamentals
Illustrator - Getting started
(01) Illustrator basics files
saving.ai | |
File Size: | 1686 kb |
File Type: | ai |
tour1.ai | |
File Size: | 8630 kb |
File Type: | ai |
zooming.ai | |
File Size: | 950 kb |
File Type: | ai |
(03) Create and Edit Shapes files
drawing_shapes_practice.ai | |
File Size: | 261 kb |
File Type: | ai |
Digital Surrealism
Create a fantasy (surrealistic) computer image that has a 3-D quality. The subject of your drawing should reflect an imaginary composition that incorporates detailed imagery of real objects manipulated in an extraordinary or out of place manner, often blending or combining different things together for an interesting effect
surrealism.pdf | |
File Size: | 448 kb |
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Zombie Tutorial
Click to play VIDEO
Files
girl.png | |
File Size: | 345 kb |
File Type: | png |
skull.jpg | |
File Size: | 34 kb |
File Type: | jpg |
rust.jpg | |
File Size: | 61 kb |
File Type: | jpg |
forrest.jpg | |
File Size: | 121 kb |
File Type: | jpg |
smoke.jpg | |
File Size: | 254 kb |
File Type: | jpg |
Internet Hoax (I.E. FAKE NEWS)
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Digital Evolution
Create the Ultimate Beast
Standard 1: HS 1, HS 2, HS 3
Standard 2: HS 1, HS 6
Standard 3: HS 1
Objectives:
To research a variety of disparate animal images and combine them together effectively using re-sampling methods
Visualize a digital work from many different resources, combine, and construct that vision effectively using digital media
Create a composition that reflects independent and creative thought toward the theme
Use masking and cloning together in order to bring their creation to life
Wish You Were Here
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Cloner tools - TURN IN the 3rd tutorial that looks like the image below
Advanced Composite
This older tutorial will have you create a composite that uses many different images, and makes you stay organized
Freehand Photoshop Composite
Part 1 - View and complete the tutorial. It gives you a couple useful pointers on layer masks. Don't turn in the file.
Composite with Layer Masks 2
Composite with Layer Masks 2
Part 2 - Make your own, original, freehand Photoshop composite.
freehand_photoshop_composite.pdf | |
File Size: | 1314 kb |
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Layering Objects
layering_objects.pdf | |
File Size: | 314 kb |
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The needed files are all posted to this page. Download them to use in the project
You WILL turn this in as a .PSD file so i can see all the layers
You WILL turn this in as a .PSD file so i can see all the layers
magic_mirror.psd | |
File Size: | 1103 kb |
File Type: | psd |
raindrops.jpg | |
File Size: | 141 kb |
File Type: | jpg |
eagle.jpg | |
File Size: | 45 kb |
File Type: | jpg |
Layer Masks
More guides about the basic tools needed to create awesome original work (eventually)
Tutorial - Layer Mask Basics (do not turn in)
Tutorial - Create Composite w/multiple images
Turn this in as a .jpeg file to the inbox, properly named
Self Eval for tutorials 1-3, do not turn in files.
#1 Correcting Color Cast
#2 Use Levels with Contrast & Brightness
#3 Adjust Color Intensity
Using the Magic Wand
Turn in this file as a .jpeg as well
Selections using Masking Space
The first tutorial where you need to turn in a finished file
Introductory Tutorials
Tutorial #1
Tutorial #2
Tutorial #3
Tutorial #4
Illustrative Logos
Create (2) Two separate and unique designs
Students will marry text and imagery into a unique, descriptive logo design that Illustrates a phrase
Use a Noun plus Verb or Adjective as your basic combination of descriptors
You may create a hand drawn design and vectorize it
OR
Use a digital photo and simplify all or parts of it to make something new
Students will marry text and imagery into a unique, descriptive logo design that Illustrates a phrase
Use a Noun plus Verb or Adjective as your basic combination of descriptors
You may create a hand drawn design and vectorize it
OR
Use a digital photo and simplify all or parts of it to make something new
illustrative_logo.pdf | |
File Size: | 662 kb |
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Vectorizing Logos
Follow the instructions in the .pdf file to begin finalizing your negative space logo
vectorizing_logos.pdf | |
File Size: | 266 kb |
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The Expressive Eye
Objectives:
Students build upon their skills by creating an original vector drawing utilizing the basic theme of "Eyes"
Learn the concept of "Monochromatic Color Scheme" and how to employ it
Learn basic text and font effects
Concepts of Overlapping, Depth, Space, Repetition and Fountain fills
Creatively solve a visual puzzle
overview_expressive_eye.pdf | |
File Size: | 203 kb |
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blues.xml | |
File Size: | 20 kb |
File Type: | xml |
grays.xml | |
File Size: | 14 kb |
File Type: | xml |
greens.xml | |
File Size: | 42 kb |
File Type: | xml |
oranges.xml | |
File Size: | 5 kb |
File Type: | xml |
reds.xml | |
File Size: | 21 kb |
File Type: | xml |
violets.xml | |
File Size: | 4 kb |
File Type: | xml |
Intro to Vector Graphics - Butterfly Logo
Objectives:
Students will learn the basic layout and toolbars of the Corel Draw X4 vector program
Students will create a basic logo using artistic media paintbrushes, modify workspace dimensions, create and move layers using the Object manager, and save a completed file to the Inbox server.
butterfly_logo.pdf | |
File Size: | 552 kb |
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Tower Drawing
Objectives:
Students will learn how to manipulate basic vector objects using the Property Bar
Students will learn to change a solid background color
Students will use the Extrude button and apply basic 3-Dimensional effects to their work
tower_drawing.pdf | |
File Size: | 705 kb |
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Ancient Cell Phone Drawing
Objectives:
Students will learn to import images
Proper way to connect singular and multiple line segments
Copy and paste to mirror, and layering colors correctly
cell_phone_drawing.pdf | |
File Size: | 1162 kb |
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Basic Mickey Drawing
Objectives:
Students create a familiar, basic illustration that allows them to explore using basic shapes combined with different ways of using the drawing tools to complete fills and create detail lines. Also introduces them to observation skills, and applying proper proportions from reference.
basic_mickey_mouse.pdf | |
File Size: | 295 kb |
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rubric_for_basic_mickey.pdf | |
File Size: | 12 kb |
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Freehand Disney Composition
Objectives:
Learn the drawing tools of the vector program Corel Draw X4
Learn how to properly achieve correct proportions in a drawing
Working knowledge of the Object manager to create protected and varied layers of digital imagery in a
progressive fashion.
Solve a basic visual problem using personal creativity and technical skills.
drawing_freehand.pdf | |
File Size: | 345 kb |
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_wish_you_were_here.pdf | |
File Size: | 10420 kb |
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how_to_create_a_shadow.pdf | |
File Size: | 228 kb |
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Pop Art Selfie
Objectives:
Learn about the Pop Art Movement
Be able to apply concepts from this movement into today's society
Be able to understand and apply 3 distinct color schemes
Apply fountain fills and transparencies with sufficient skill to make a recognizable portrait
pop_art_selfie_color_schemes.pdf | |
File Size: | 437 kb |
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Negative Space Vectorized
Download and Import your original freehand negative space design sheet
Create a new layer over the top of the image
Uncheck "Edit Across Layers"
On your own, create three tracings of your original designs using vector tools
When finished, turn off the "eye" for the JPEG image layer
Use the Vector controls to "fix up" or slightly change for the better your drawings
Apply color to each one.
Download and Import your original freehand negative space design sheet
Create a new layer over the top of the image
Uncheck "Edit Across Layers"
On your own, create three tracings of your original designs using vector tools
When finished, turn off the "eye" for the JPEG image layer
Use the Vector controls to "fix up" or slightly change for the better your drawings
Apply color to each one.
vectorizing_logos.pdf | |
File Size: | 448 kb |
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LINK to Image folder. Find yours!!
Negative Space Symbols
negative_space_symbolism.pdf | |
File Size: | 369 kb |
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Splitting Areas
splitting_areas.pdf | |
File Size: | 166 kb |
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zombie_transformation.pdf | |
File Size: | 729 kb |
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If you are gone and have no access to PhotoShop, then try this link. You can do basic image editing, although not what we are used to in class. It can be used with a chrome book.
Pixlr
Sumo Paint
Bitmap Imaging
PhotoPaint Tutorials
Objectives:
Students will learn a variety of basic bitmap imaging techniques and processes
Masking basics
Effects and lighting adjustment
Layering and optical illusions
Cloning and digital blending
tutorial_1.pdf | |
File Size: | 202 kb |
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tutorial_2.pdf | |
File Size: | 311 kb |
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tutorial_3.pdf | |
File Size: | 180 kb |
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tutorial_4.pdf | |
File Size: | 1451 kb |
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butterfly_logo.pdf | |
File Size: | 803 kb |
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cell_phone_drawing.pdf | |
File Size: | 555 kb |
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disney_replication.pdf | |
File Size: | 2130 kb |
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lessons below are out of order and will be modified
Graphic Illustration
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graphic_illustration.pdf | |
File Size: | 618 kb |
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Step 1: Create your line drawing
Options
-Use pencil and sharpie marker to create a line art character to be scanned into .jpeg
-Use Corel Draw to trace a complex character into a simplified version, and export the file as .jpeg
Basic Comic Book Colorizing
Objectives:
Students learn the basics regarding how professional illustrators create and colorize internet and print comics
Learn how to set layers to merge mode and split imagery to "flat" the colors underneath line art.
Learn how to apply highlights and shadows to create details, depth, and dimension
Use various smudge tools and their settings to blend these highlights and shadows.
part_1_flatting.pdf | |
File Size: | 218 kb |
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part_2_coloring.pdf | |
File Size: | 333 kb |
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Intro to Digital Morphing
Standard 1: HS.1, HS.2
Standard 2: HS.1, HS.5, HS.6
Standard 5: HS.1
Objectives:
Students will learn basic procedures for identifying 2 different images that have potential to be joined together in a creative yet technically sound manner.
Use of the clone tool and it's various settings
Learn how this technique can be applied in modern technologies and web media
Merge animal characteristics into each other using HSL adjustment tools.
intro_to_morphing.pdf | |
File Size: | 1775 kb |
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2nd Quarter
Original Demotivational
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overview.pdf | |
File Size: | 598 kb |
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instructions.pdf | |
File Size: | 455 kb |
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tutorial_5.pdf | |
File Size: | 395 kb |
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1st Quarter
1-Point Perspective in Vector
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intro_to_one_point_perspective.pdf | |
File Size: | 559 kb |
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_1__one_point_perspective.pdf | |
File Size: | 199 kb |
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Basic Logo Design
Objectives:
Students view 6 potential clients and select 2 based upon personal design strengths and interest
Follow specific guidelines in order to create a logo or advertisement promoting each chosen client
Use color and design in ways that guides or focuses viewer attention
Creatively solve a visual problem without infringing upon existing cpyrights
gator_bait.pdf | |
File Size: | 330 kb |
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cadeaux_exotique.pdf | |
File Size: | 245 kb |
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circus_of_the_scars.pdf | |
File Size: | 302 kb |
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nfl_expansion.pdf | |
File Size: | 274 kb |
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pizza_patch.pdf | |
File Size: | 362 kb |
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part_1.pdf | |
File Size: | 220 kb |
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part_2.pdf | |
File Size: | 782 kb |
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Independent Colorizing
Objectives:
Students apply the skills learned in the previous lead-in assignment in a manner reflecting the tasks of an independent illustrator and colorist.
Explore greater details using the texture brush
Explore additional brush effects while adding contrasts, highlights, and shadows.
Compositional Designs
Objectives:
Students apply three basic compositional designs in separate abstract artworks using Painter X3
Students learn the basic tools and artist brushes associated with the X3 program
File types and saving characteristics in painter.
Concepts of Symmetry, Asymmetry, and Radial Balance
Concepts of abstract depth and space.
_digital_abstract_art.pdf | |
File Size: | 121 kb |
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Value Skills
Objectives:
Students will understand and apply the concepts of Value, Shape, and Form
Student will understand how value applied to a two dimensional shape creates form
How a light source changes how value is applied to a drawing to create realistic form
How to build a custom pointillism brush in painter X3
How to control the options, in order to make smooth transitions and contrasts
What is a tonal scale, and how to apply value to shapes in order to create form.
how_to_build_a_pointillism_brush.pdf | |
File Size: | 151 kb |
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02_value_skills_assignment.pdf | |
File Size: | 445 kb |
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Pointillism Portrait
Objectives:
Students will learn to manipulate a single file in a variety of ways in order to set it up for a pointillism portrait
Students will view examples of previous work, and understand the concepts of how value is applied to the face in order to create a successful artwork
They will understand the patterns of how light and shadow play across a complex surface i order to achieve a recognizable resemblance to themselves.
setting_up_your_portrait.pdf | |
File Size: | 209 kb |
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01_intro_to_pointillism.pdf | |
File Size: | 26 kb |
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