Requirements for Final

For the final in this class you are create a presentation made with either Power Point or InDesign. The content is a sampling of all of your projects you have created over the semester. I will also require that you burn a copy of your final presentation into a CD that I will keep as a record to help me in grading  your projects.

You should also print out all of your projects and place them into a one inch black blinder. This binder you will pass around to the class and will keep for your records.

Of all of the quotes you have made over the semester, you are to select four to seven of your best ones and include them in your final presentation. You may include any other project you have mad in this class as well.

You must include the following assignments:

The three different grids
The line project
Shapes projects
Self Portrait
Illustrator Collage
Photoshop Collage
InDesign News Letter
Color Matters Project
Samples of pages from your flip book



If you have created another project that you are pleased with, but that is not on the list do include it.

Binding for Flip-book

The binding I prefer for your flip-book is called Velo.

Flip-book Assignment

Flip Book Assignment. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iExiCGV7jzI

http://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Flipbook

You are to come up with a concept for your flip book where you move your audience from one frame to another and evolve your idea visually.

You may use any program you choose or even a combination of software to make your project. If you use InDesign you may use the Step and Repeat feature I showed you in class to lay out your booklet.

There are many great website that show your how to create a flip-book with instructions and what explain what materials you will need. It should be at least fifty pages or enough to showcase your concept.

I talked more about the binding in class. If you missed that talk, then either see me or get the information from a fellow classmate.

Due the last day of the class. Not to be confused with the Final which is posted on the SJSU website.
I will also post days and times of the final on the blog soon.

Second Part to Color Matters Project

Second Part to Color Matters Project

Create several more pages and add information about color symbolism. Make sure to include the following:

The Meanings of Colors

 Explore the Meanings of

Red
Yellow

Blue

 Green

 Purple 

 Orange

Pink

Yellow

Explore the emotion of  color:

What color makes you happy, what's your favorite color?

Color Symbolism Influences

There are several factors that influence the symbolism of a color:
 

1. The specific shade (variation) of a color
Dark and light shades of any color convey completely different meanings. For example, pink (light red) loses all of red's associations with energy and takes on new connotations of tenderness and sweetness. Likewise, dark blue is dignified and authoritative, sky blue is ethereal and softer.

2. The quantity and placement of the color
Colors deliver the most powerful symbolism when used in large are 

3. The shape or object the color occupies
Symbolism becomes more complex when a color is used in combination with a basic shape 

4. The color combination
Colors take on new meaning when combined with other colors.
For example, red and green are the colors of Christmas in Western cultures.

Homework Assignment

http://acrobatusers.com/tutorials/how-optimize-your-pdf-file

Please watch this above video that I showed in class that talked about optimizing pdf files.

Color Matters Project

For this assignment you will be creating in InDesign, you will be creating a tweleve page booklet about color. In this document I want its content to be all about color using some of the images you made in Illustrator and others you will design in InDesign. Please go to the website http://www.colormatters.com for the main content for your document. I will be giving you al of the requirements of the various features in InDesign I want you to use. To start with create the look and feel of your booklet using Master Pages and set up your numbering pages. I will go over the requirements in class as well.

Tints, Tones and Shades: These terms are often used inappropriately but they describe fairly simple color concepts. The important thing to remember is how the color varies from its original hue. If white is added to a color, the lighter version is called a "tint". If the color is made darker by adding black, the result is called a "shade". And if gray is added, each gradation gives you a different "tone."

 Tints (adding white to a pure hue)

 Shades (adding black to a pure hue)

 Tones (adding gray to a pure hue) 

Complementary Colors: When two or more colors "go together," they are said to be "complementary." This is completely subjective and open to interpretation and differences in opinion.  

Primary Colors: This definition really depends on what type of medium of color we are using. The colors that are seen when sunlight is split by a prism are sometimes called the spectral colors. These are red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, and violet. These RGB colors are often reduced to three "red, green, and blue-violet" which are the primary colors for the additive color system (light). The primary colors for the subtractive color system (paint/pigment) are "cyan, magenta and yellow." Notice that "red, yellow and blue" should never be used as the combination for color primaries!

RGB, CMYK: Make a color wheel for each of the two kinds of color wheels. Also explain what the differences are.

You may also want to include a glossary of color terms in one or two of your pages.

Indesign Tools and Features to use in your design:

• At least two different type wraps.
• Two or three different Pantone Colors
• Use two or three different StyleSheets
• Two Master Pages
• Numbering of Pages
• Two or three captions for your images
• A page to talk about Albers and Itten (you will need to look them up as part of your research.

This portion of the project will be due at the beginning of next week. We will be adding to it next week with other color assignments 

InDesign Newsletter

Create a six page newsletter using Indesign. The newsletter may have a content of your choice, but must include several features that are inherent in Indesign:

1.) Number pages.

2.) Include at least five images.

3.) Create text wrap around feature in at least three pages.

4.) Use Pantone colors to create a color scheme. At least two Pantone colors.

5.) Use the built in lorem ipsum text.

6.) Create a frame of your choice around one of the images.

7.) In your Master page place at least an image or text to be visual on all pages.

Photo Restoration of Old Photo

Your next project is to repair an old family photo. I would like for you to find an old family photo to repair and scan it into Photoshop. If you do not have a family photo you may find an old image in need of correction by going to antique shop. There are several such shops on San Carlos in San Jose.

We also have a very nice scanner in the school's print shop.

Please also view the many sites in either google or Youtube that talks about the restoring of photos. 

Then, in Lynda.com watch videos 15 and 17 under "Photoshop CC" under "Essential Training": Retouching Essentials" and Essential filers" respectively. This project is due the beginning of the week of April 14.

Photoshop Collage

Using Photoshop, create another collage using at least seven new images. This time however I would like to to think a little bit outside of the box and come up with a serial image that illustrates a "lie" or a "tall tale". It should have the look of something that is "real" but not possible.

You may want to look at examples of artwork from the category of Serialism.

This will be due at the beginning of next week.

Collage Project

http://www.dianefenster.com

Please look at the Diane Fenster website to get an idea of what a photo illustration looks like.

Then, consider what Myth, Fairly Tale or Legion you would like to Illustrate, and select at least  seven images you would like to bring into Adobe Illustrator to create your project.

Out of the seven different images pull them together to make a collage. Each  image should be on its own layer. Use the clipping mask to cut of each image.

We will start this project the week of March 3nd.

Using PDF Optimizer

Home / Using Acrobat X Pro / Editing PDFs / Optimizing

Save using PDF Optimizer

Open the PDF Optimizer PDF Optimizer provides many settings for reducing the size of PDF files. Some of the PDF Optimizer settings are comparable to the settings that are available when you create a PDF file using Distiller. Whether you use all of these settings or only a few depends on how you intend to use the files and on the essential properties a file must have. In most cases, the default settings are appropriate for maximum efficiency—saving space by removing embedded fonts, compressing images, and removing items from the file that are no longer needed. Before you optimize a file, it’s a good idea to audit the file’s space usage. The space audit results may give you ideas about where best to reduce file size. You can also reduce the size of your PDF by using the Reduce File Size command. Important: Some methods of compression may make images unusable in a print production workflow. You should experiment with various settings before making changes that can’t be discarded. Open the PDF Optimizer  To open the PDF Optimizer dialog box, do one of the following: In a single PDF, choose File > Save As > Optimized PDF. When editing an Action Wizard, click Save To options. Then in the Output Options dialog box, select PDF Optimizer, and click Settings. Note: PDF Optimizer isn’t available when Reflow is selected in the View menu. Illustrator CC One-on-One: Intermediate with Deke McClelland Watch videos on session 16 " Align and Distribute

Homework for weekend of January 31

Watch Illustrator CS6 One-on-One Fundamentals Videos 1-4

Greensheet

Instructor: Barbara Allie

SAN JOSE STATE UNIVERSITY Dept of Design

Course: DIGITAL APPLICATION BASICS (DSGD 83)

Email: barbaraallie@gmail.com
Prerequisite: Art 012, Art 024

COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This is a fundamental course using features and functions inherent within Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and InDesign. Combining theoretical elements and practical experience in the use of these powerful digital programs. Students will explore the various functions inherent within each program. The content of this class will also include basic design principles and also color theory. This knowledge base should help to prepare students for more advanced classes in graphic design and other design fields.

CLASS PROJECTS:
Each class will begin with lecture, demonstration, discussion, or any combination of the forgoing. There will be at least one project assigned each week.

THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW!
It is very simple. I expect all of you to be respectful of myself, of your peers and of the learning environment and to take responsibility for your own actions and behaviors. Any behavior that interferes with either (1) my ability to conduct the class or (2) the ability of other students (or yourself) to profit from the instructional program will not be tolerated.
This includes:

• Arriving late to class.
  
• Disruptive entrances and exits during lecture, if you must leave early, or arrive
  late, do so quietly.
  
• Sleeping during class. Stay at home if you want to nap, it’s more comfortable.
  
• Carrying on personal conversations while I am lecturing.
  
• Not turning off cell phones while in class.
  
• Text messaging and reading newspapers during lecture.
  Other important information:
  

• I do not give extra credit. Don’t ask.
  
• I reserve the right to make changes to my syllabus at any time.

• It is the responsibility of the student to attend class and keep informed on any changes or new information given during lecture.
  
• I will not give you my lecture notes if you miss class, ask a peer.
  
• If you miss an exam, quiz or other assignment, and you have a valid excuse, you
  must take the time to come and speak with me IN PERSON. You must bring proof of your valid excuse with you or I will not even consider your request to make up the missed work. I will not respond to emails regarding missed due dates.
  
• It is the responsibility of the student to drop classes; I will not drop you after the first week of class. If you decide you do not want to take this class and fail to drop, you will receive a grade of WU at the end of the semester. This grade is the same as an F, but worse because it makes you appear irresponsible.
  * Please take responsibility for your failures and mistakes as well as your successes by not making excuses.
  COURSE OBJECTIVES
  

1. Learn basic design principles.
   
2. Demonstrate an understanding of the terminology, tools, and techniques used in
   graphic design production using.
   
3. Explain basic concepts function and features when using computer software.
   
4. Plan and produce effective computer graphics.
   
5. Create basic computer graphic projects to demonstrate software knowledge.
   
6. Describe cross platform issues and techniques and file formats for PC and Mac.
   

STUDENET LEARNING OBJECTIVES
On successful completion of this course students should be able to:

• Compare and understand differences in graphic software packages
  
• Know basic features and functions of each software package.
  
• Articulate the basic terms used by designers
  
• Have a working knowledge of shortcut keys
  REQUIRED COURSE MATERIALS
  

• Lynda.com (This is about $25.00 a month)
  
• Two (2) digital storage devices
  
• One-inch black binder and plastic page protectors.
  
• YOU MUST HAVE A LAPTOP AND ADOBE CS SOFTWARE
  Costs of laptops vary and may range from $1,000.00 and up.
  Software may cost about $400.00 for the complete Set
  (Check with www.creationengine.com for prices or the SJSU Bookstore
  There are no required textbooks, however, students are required to sign up for Lynda.com (This is about $25.00 a month)
  METHODS OF EVALUATION
  

•   Student’s ability to solve computer graphic problems
  
•   Projects that demonstrate an understanding of various elements and principles of software skills; as well as, basic design principles.
  

•   Student’s command of basic features and functions in the different application software programs
  
•   Portfolio of all course work.
   Demonstrating growth! Are you improving and developing new ideas and
  skills?
  
•   Final project of accumulated skills.
  
•   Failure to submit assignments or late submissions
  
  •   Effort, neatness, professional appearance, working diligently and with
    focus
    
  •   Punctuality and handing in all required work on time.
    
  •   Class participation: sharing ideas in class discussions and critiques, alertness, following instructions, being respectful and cooperative in the classroom
    
•   Points will be deducted if you fail to bring required items to class. Point system:
  1,000 possible points
  Knowledge of software features = 150 points
  Class Projects= 500 points
  Final Project= 200 points
  Test = 100 points (the tests may be written or special drawing assignments)
  Class participation = 50 points
  GRADING
  Your earned grade will depend on the effort you put into class participation, assignments, quizzes, and your final project. Assignments are due at the beginning of class on the designated date. All written work must be typed, and proofread before it is submitted.
  

1000 points – 800 = A 800 points–600=B 600 points–500=C 500 points–400=D 400 points–200=F
BACKUPS
It is the student's responsibility to backup and save all work. If unable to attend class, it is your responsibility to get the missing assignments from peers.

FINAL PROJECT (It is mandatory that you be in attendance during the final day – no exceptions)
Students are to present examples of their assignments created during the semester in class. I will discuss this in more detail as the final draws near. If you are unable to make a final presentation you will have the option to turn in a six page term paper on a topic approved by instructor several weeks ahead of due date.
QUIZZES
The quizzes will cover material presented in lectures, readings, online materials, and class activities. Quiz dates will be announced one week in advance.
CLASS PARTICIPATION
Participation grades will be determined by 1) the quality and quantity of class exercises and course activities completed and 2) participation in class.
Additional descriptive material and course content will be presented as the courses proceeds. Please feel free to contact instructor about all concerns related to this class. Should you want to talk on a one on one basis please email instructor with your questions.
UNIVERSITY POLICIES;
A. Academic Integrity Statement
“Your own commitment to learning, as evidenced by your enrollment at San Jose State University, and the University’s Integrity Policy, require you to be honest in all your academic course work. Faculty members are required to report all infractions to the office of Judicial Affairs. The policy on academic integrity can be found at:
http://sa.sjsu.edu/judicial_affairs/index.html
B. Campus policy in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act
“If you need course adaptations or accommodations because of a disability, or if you need special arrangements in case the building must be evacuated, please make an appointment with me as soon as possible, or see me during office hours. Presidential Directive 97-03 requires that students with disabilities register with the DRC to establish a record of their disability.”
College and Departmental Policies
A. You are responsible for understanding the policies and procedures about add/drops, academic renewal, withdrawals, incompletes, classroom behavior, and other policies described in the catalog. Please read your catalog thoroughly.
B. Students are not permitted to work together on Design Projects or Homework.
C. Your library liaison is Bernie Book. Mr. Book can give you guidance about how to find primary references for your paper and can guide you to useful information on the Martin Luther King Library website.

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Assignment Due

D. We will review the evacuation plan for this classroom during the first class meeting. If you missed the first meeting, please see me about the evacuation plan.
E. My office hours are for you. Please do not hesitate to come in and ask for help. I will hold group review sessions during my Tuesday 1:30 to 2:30 office hour.

DSGD 83 Spring 2014

The Adobe Software download is  http://its.sjsu.edu/services/adobe/index.html

Lynda.com is site to sign up for training videos