Task 2 Discussion - Graphics

Task 2 Discussion - Graphics

Purpose

I used four different images on my site.

• The photograph showed the audience an example of one of my favorite layered teas and the color separation that can be achieved through careful technique.

• The scanned image was a drawing my son made of one of my loaded teas; he likes how I create layers of different colors. The purpose was to provide a little interest and whimsy for the reader.

• The third image was created in Microsoft Paint as a diagram to show the reader the basic construction of a loaded tea.

• The final image shows the reader my favorite brand of caffeinated drink mix to make it easier for them to recognize in a store. I found the image on 4c.com.

Audience

My intended audience wants to add more caffeine during the day in a convenient, inexpensive, fun, flavorful way. I think that moms of young children would enjoy my website and making teas because they are usually tired and looking for a convenient, budget-friendly way to add caffeine and fun to their routine. The graphics I chose are appropriate for this group because they are bright, whimsical, and informative for sleepy readers.

Process

1. Photograph:

   1. 1. Original: I took the original photo using my Samsung S20 phone, then clicked the share icon () at the bottom of the screen and shared the image with my google drive.

      2. Resized: I opened the image in Google Drive on my computer and then clicked the download icon () to save it to my computer's desktop. I then opened the photo in the “Photos” app on my computer, clicked the three dots in the right-hand corner of the image, then on “resize” in the drop-down menu. I chose the “define custom dimensions” button and typed my desired dimensions, ensuring the “maintain aspect ratio” button was clicked to avoid distortion. My last step was to save the new image with a new file name.

      3. Cropped: I opened the photo in the “Photos” app on my computer and clicked the edit image icon (). I clicked the “Crop” button at the top and then dragged the edges of the photo to select the portion of the picture I wanted to keep. The last step was to click the “Save as copy” button in the right-hand corner to save the image with a new file name.

      4. Adapted: I opened the photo in the “Photos” app on my computer and clicked the edit image icon (). I clicked the “Filter” button at the top and chose the filter I thought best enhanced my photo. The last step was to click the “Save as copy” button in the right-hand corner to save the image with a new file name.

2. Scanned image:

   1. 1. Original: My son drew this picture of my layered tea. I set the picture on a sheet of white paper and opened the Google Drive app on my Samsung phone. I clicked the plus sign in the bottom right corner of the app and chose “Scan.” I took a photo of his drawing and clicked “ok” then “Save.” I added the required file name and clicked “save” one more time.

      2. Resized: I opened the image in Google Drive on my computer and then clicked the download icon () to save it to my computer's desktop. I then opened the photo in the “Photos” app on my computer, clicked the three dots in the right-hand corner of the image, then on “resize” in the drop-down menu. I chose the “define custom dimensions” button and then typed my desired dimensions, making sure the “maintain aspect ratio” button was clicked to avoid distortion. My last step was to save the new image with a new file name.

3. Painted image:

   1. 1. Original: I opened the Microsoft Paint program on my touchscreen laptop. I used the fill button () to fill in a background color, then used the line, circle, and arrow shape tools at the top to create my cup and arrows, adjusting the colors as desired using the color menu. I placed each shape and chose the size by clicking and dragging the screen.
         To make the colors of my drink, I clicked the dropdown arrow under Brushes to change to an airbrush effect, then chose my desired color. I used the stylus on my touchscreen to color in the layers of paint.
         The ice cubes were created using the circle shape tool. I clicked randomly around the cup and dragged the circle to my desired size.
         I added the text by clicking on the text tool and dragging out a textbox. I typed my content in the textbox and then adjusted the font and size using the font toolbar directly above the textbox.
         My last step was to click “File” in the top right corner, hover over “Save As,” choose “JPEG,” and then save it to my computer with my desired file name.

      2. Resized: I opened the image in Google Drive on my computer and then clicked the download icon () to save it to my computer's desktop. I then opened the photo in the “Photos” app on my computer, clicked the three dots in the right-hand corner of the image, then on “resize” in the drop-down menu. I chose the “define custom dimensions” button and typed my desired dimensions, ensuring the “maintain aspect ratio” button was clicked to avoid distortion. My last step was to save the new image with a new file name.

4. Outside: I went to 4c.com and navigated their menus to find my desired image. I right-clicked the photo, chose “save image as…,” and saved the image to my computer.
   
   Photo reference: Variety Pack Energy Stix. (n.d.). 4c.com. Retrieved June 10, 2022, from https://www.4c.com/4c-product/variety-pack-energy-stix/.