Digital Design

This is a continuation of the introduction to the printing and publishing industries and operations started in Graphic Design & Layout A.

This class includes organized learning experiences that incorporate a variety of visual art techniques as they relate to the design and execution of layouts and illustrations for advertising, displays, promotional materials, and instructional manuals. Instruction also covers advertising theory and preparation of copy, lettering, posters, and artwork in addition to the incorporation of photographic images. Communication skills will be emphasized through the study of effective methods used to design commercial products that impart information and ideas.

Students will use Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe InDesign software to produce their work. Advanced instruction might also include experiences in screen printing, dye sublimation, pre-press, and post-press activities.

**This class will also be given for Dual Credit thru Vincennes University DESN 155 Computer Page Layout. Students in grades 10,11 and 12 will be able to receive 3 FREE college credits.

Student will make

  • Hat/Flip Flops/Shirt

  • Beverage Cooley

  • 24 x 36 Poster

  • Coffee Mug

  • T-Shirt - Screen Printing

  • T-Shirt - Heat Transfer

  • Ornament

What is the Digital Design Software?

There are three major software applications used in the printing/graphic arts (sometimes called graphic communications) industry: Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, and Adobe Photoshop. Each requires a different skill set to produce high quality graphic designs and layouts. To master each of these software applications you must demonstrate the skills listed in this Rubric.

PRINCIPLES OF DIGITAL DESIGN SPRING SEMESTER