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Project Overview:
You are tasked with creating a piece of artwork using Adobe Illustrator that showcases the techniques and skills you have learned throughout the course. Your project should be complex, creative, and demonstrate a strong understanding of the software. You will need to design an original piece, incorporating a variety of Illustrator tools and techniques. The artwork will need to be visually balanced and designed with attention to detail, while following the project specifications.
Since you are designers, and the design classroom has some empty picture frames, you are invited to create some Illustrator based artwork that will be displayed in these frames.
Grading Criteria Checklist
Criterion graded: Criterion C
Dimensions: 420 x 297 mm (Landscape Orientation).
Theme: Design an artwork with a creative, original theme. The theme should inform the aesthetic of the piece and make it visually engaging.
Complexity: The artwork should demonstrate a significant level of Illustrator skills, utilizing various techniques learned throughout the course.
Attention to Detail: Your design should be meticulously crafted with precision and care.
Creative Theme: The design should be built around an original, creative theme that reflects your artistic vision.
Color: Ensure your artwork is visually balanced, with a color scheme that enhances the overall aesthetic.
Originality: Your design must be completely original—do not use any images from the internet except as reference for tracing or inspiration.
You must draw/create everything in Adobe Illustrator. NO INTERNET IMAGES ARE ALLOWED!!!
*Hint: This means you can use images to trace, but they shouldn't just be copied!File Format: Submit the artwork as a .ai (Adobe Illustrator) file. Label it as your First Name + Theme of your artwork (Example: Sam - Polygonal Animal)
Save and Upload: Upload completed file to your design folder.
Key Illustrator Tools & Techniques to Incorporate:
Shapes and Path Tools: Use the pen tool, shape tool, and pathfinder for precise and complex designs.
Layering: Use multiple layers to organize your design and separate different elements for better control.
Coloring and Gradient Tools: Apply a decorative and cohesive color scheme using color swatches, gradients, and the color guide tool.
Text Tool (if applicable): If your design includes text, make sure it complements the overall theme and is legible.
Details and Precision: Focus on sharpness and clean lines, ensuring attention to the smallest design details.Patterns and Effects: Apply Illustrator’s effects, like gradients, shadows, and patterns to add depth and visual interest to the artwork.
See below are some ideas for this project.
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Take either a close-up photo of yourself, a friend, or find a close-up shot of a famous person online. Use the pen tool to trace the image and fill in the outline with color. Concentrate on shading techniques to make the image as life like as possible. Pay attention to detail on how light is cast upon skin and clothing.
Checklist
Take a picture of yourself or a friend, or download a picture of a celebrity.
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Put both images (original and the Illustrator created) next to each other.
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