Class Description

This course teaches basic graphic design through the principles of design using the computer programs Photoshop. Adobe Pagemaker and Adobe Illustrator.  Prerequisites Introduction to Art and Multimedia Communication.

Class Expectations

Daily Work:

Time is given during class to work on projects.  Some additional time outside of class may be required for the student to produce work consistent with his/her abilities.  Daily use of class time can affect the student's grade.

Testing:

There will not be any written tests.

Grades:

Each project is graded based on the following criteria:

*design solution to the assignment

*control of the medium

*creativity

*Christian approach to the subject

In each project, some criteria will be more critical than others.

Information:

Communication with parents is extremely helpful.  I can be reached at 737-3460 in the evenings or at 737-4114 during the day at school.  There will be times when I initiate communication, but I hope parents will feel free to contact me first.

Class Outline

Introduction

-Principles of design: balance, movement, rhythm, contrast, emphasis, pattern, and unity

Illustrator

-Creating basic shapes

-Painting

-Drawing with the pen tool

-Working with type

-Blending shapes and colors

-Working with layers

-Creating airbrush effects

-Combing Illustrator graphics and Photoshop images

Photoshop

-Introduction of Photoshop Elements

-First steps; becoming acquainted with the tools

-Simple image changes

-Advanced techniques

-Using selection and layers

-Combining text with images

-Using Photoshop Elements painting and drawing tools

-Creating great panoramas