Graphic Design 1

COURSE DESCRIPTION: 

This course addresses the concepts and techniques of creating illustrations and images for use in print and digital applications utilizing current industry-standard drawing software: Adobe Illustrator. Assignments include the creation of logos, symbols, technical illustrations, information graphics and art for other applications.

Junior and senior students can apply to earn free college credits through Technical College upon completion. See Transcripted Credit section for more information.

Teacher:  

Prerequisites:  None

Grade Level(s): 9-12

Email:  

Phone number on campus: 

Duration: Semester

Classroom Materials Required:

$25.00 materials fee

Student Evaluation:

Semester grades: Projects 90%, Classroom Work 10%

Grade Scale:

See Student Handbook.

Classroom Rules and Expectations:

Come to class on time and be prepared to learn and participate

Complete all assignments to the best of your ability

Treat everyone with dignity and respect

Ask for help or clarification when needed

At the end of the work period, save your work, turn your computer off, and clean up your area

MacBook Air Lab:

In this             In this course students will have the privilege of using a dedicated MacBook Air computer lab that we will have access to for every class. 

These computers are significantly more expensive than Chromebooks and as such, need to be treated with the utmost respect.  

Students will be assigned a MacBook that they will use throughout the semester and will be checked on routinely to make sure the device is being used appropriately.  

There will be no food or drink allowed in this class with no exceptions.  

Students who cannot treat the lab respectfully will be removed.  Because students will be using macs they will not ever need their Chromebooks.  

Transcripted Credit:

All juniors and seniors are able to earn 3 college credits for free upon completion of this class with a B (80%) or better. You will complete an MATC application and upon completion of the class you will see the credits on your transcript through MATC. Keep in mind these credits are very often transferable to other universities as Adobe programs and the way they are taught are similar across the state and country.

Appropriate Images:

The misuse of copyrighted or use of potentially offensive images will not be allowed in class assignments. Licensed characters, such as cartoon figures, sports mascots, comic book art, etc., will not be allowed in student work, unless the assignment requires their use. Students will be encouraged to use original art, unless the assignment calls for the use of stock art or photography

Tardy Policy:

Being tardy on a regular basis loses valuable learning time, every 5 tardies will result in automatic half participation credit for the week. 5 tardies also result in a referral.

Absent Policy:

If absent, it is your responsibility to research the missed information.  The number of days from class is the amount of time you have to complete the material missed with full credit.

Late Work & Resubmissions:

 In the industry, there are deadlines. However, this is an education environment and individuals work at different paces. Therefore, you have 1 opportunity to resubmit an assignment and you will be re-graded and receive the better of the grades. Late work is accepted with 10% off.  Additional points will be deducted, the later it is turned in to the instructor.

Semester Outline:

QUARTER 1

Lesson 01: Getting to Know the Work Area    →

Extension Project 01: Personal Collage

Lesson 02: Techniques for Selecting Artwork    →

Extension Project 02: Selection Practice (Buck’s Logo)

Lesson 03: Using Shapes to Create Artwork     →

Extension Project 03: Shipping Company Logo

Lesson 04: Edit & Combine Shapes & Paths   →

Extension Project 04: Nouns from Compound Shapes

Lesson 05: Transforming Artwork      →

Extension Project 05: SRR Transform: Isometric Pixel Art

Lesson 06: Drawing with the Pen Tool      →

Extension Project 06: Pen Tool Practice

Lesson 07: Using Color to Enhance Signage     →

Extension Project 07: Quiz

Total of 2 Creative Challenges Postings: Your choice on focus

QUARTER 2

Lesson 08: Adding Type to a Poster     →

Extension Project 08: Self Portrait

Lesson 09: Organizing Artwork with Layers      →

Extension Project 09: Text Based Logo

Lesson 10: Gradients, Blends, & Patterns      →

Extension Project 10: Create your own Art & Pattern Brush

Lesson 11: Using Brushes to Create a Poster     →

Extension Project 11: Gift Cards

Total of 2 Creative Challenges Postings: Your choice on focus

What is Graphic Design Research Presentation

Fixing Bad Designs

Vinyl Stickers

Final: Promotional Poster Design