Assignment 13: Research and Inspiration

What is exquisite corpse?
Exquisite corpse is a method by which a collection of words or images is collectively assembled. (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Exquisite_corpse)


Where did it come from?
The technique was invented by Surrealists and is similar to an old parlour game called Consequences in which players write in turn on a sheet of paper, fold it to conceal part of the writing, and then pass it to the next player for a further contribution. 1920s (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Exquisite_corpse)


What is surrealism?

A 20th-century avant-garde movement in art and literature that sought to release the creative potential of the unconscious mind. (wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn) Adjectives- funny, unique, interesting I like how nothing goes together, but it still looks good.  I picked it because of the mustache:) I like it because its funny.

The Creative Process

Why do we need a process?
- It will improve consistency
- time management
- quality of your work
- communicate more effectively and in a more professional manor

Steps to the creative process
1) Research- The more you know, the easier your project will be. Research on the internet, by meeting with your client, or by looking around.
2) Brainstorming/Inspiration- talk with people, come up with adjectives that describe the project; Ask these questions- What kind of message am I trying to communicate?, Who is my audience?, What kind of color/style will work for this audience?
3) Sketching- quick drawings for ideas, consider placement of elements
4) Execution- using research, brainstorming, inspiration, and sketches to implement ideas
5) Critique/Revise- look at your design objectively, make sure your design effectively conveys the message

Essential Questions

1) Why is it important to identify safety issues and to safely operate equipment utilized in the classroom?

2)How do interpersonal and employability skills effect both your everyday life and your future?

3) What is graphic design and why is it important to communicate visually?

4) What are the elements of design and how are they incorporated into a design?

5) What is a vector-based design and how is it created?

6) How is color used effectively in a graphic design?

7) What is a raster-based image and how is it created?

8) How does the manipulation of size and resolution effect digital images?

9) What are the principles of design and how can they be used within a design?

10) What is the function of type within a design?

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repetition

proportion/scale

balance

emphasis

unity

variety

rhythm

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line

shape

value

space

color

texture

Photo Compostition

Snapshot- a quick shot, often spontaneous, taken to record a moment in time
Photograph- an image taken with care and thought

Rules of Composition

Rule of thirds- imaginary lines drawn dividing the frame of your camera into thirds both horizontally and vertically
place the horizon line at the top or bottom horizontal divider, fill up the entire frame with the subject for a close up image, or hit an intersection
Leading lines- use the lines created within the foreground or background of the composition to lead the viewer's eye through the photo
lines can draw attention to one or more intended subjects or a single focal point
Point of view- change the way your subject is perceived by changing the camera position
If you are photographing a subject that you want to seem very tall, compose the short so that the camera is looking upwards
If you want the subject to look small, compose the shot so that the camera is looking downwards
Simplicity- keep your backing simple and clear of clutter
The mood and effectiveness of a photo can be altered by what is in the background
A chaotic composition will cause the viewer to look away