GDL - Greaser T-Shirt

DUE:  9/28

Create a shirt design in Illustrator.  Learn to add distressed effects with Pathfinder and how to display a design on a finished product.

LINKS:
http://blog.spoongraphics.co.uk/tutorials/how-to-create-a-vintage-style-greaser-t-shirt-design

GDL - Quiz Friday 9/27

Questions can include topics covered on previous tests and tools used in recent projects.

Blend tool - morphs from one object to another.  Can be used to blend colors and create color schemes.  Use Specified Steps to create a stepped blend for a color scheme.

Direct Selection Tool - Allow selection of individual anchor points rather than the whole object.  White Arrow in the toolbar.

Opacity - Opposite of transparency.  100% opacity means you cannot see through.  0% opacity is completely invisible.  Great for adding textures to designs.

Smart Guides - Helps the designer to make straight lines lineup anchor points.

CMD + D - Repeats, or duplicates, the last transform action made.

Also, know how to create a pattern brush, rotate objects, what key to hold to duplicate an object, and any other skills we learned during our projects.

GDL - Ribbon

DUE: 9/25

Create a ribbon graphic while learning to shear a rectangle with the Direct Selection Tool.  Create a color palette using the Blend Tool.

LINKS:
http://blog.spoongraphics.co.uk/tutorials/create-a-cool-ribbon-style-logo-graphic-in-illustrator

GDL - Colored Landscape

DUE 9/24

Created a colored landscape scene with simple vector shapes.  Learn to use the BLEND to to create color schemes.  Add a texture effect with the raster image below.


LINKS:
http://blog.spoongraphics.co.uk/tutorials/how-to-create-a-simple-landscape-scene-in-illustrator

RESOURCES:

GDL Antique Map

DUE: 9/23

Create an antique style map of Hanover using the skills you have learned including the line and shape tools, pathfinder palette, and custom pattern brushes.  Learn to use the layers palette.

Use the Emergency Exit Plan as your guide when creating your Hanover HS floor plan map.
Incorporate your last project, the compass, into your map.  Create repeating pattern borders as in the old map to the right.  Choose a color scheme that accentuates the antique feel of the map.

Upload your finished project to Blogger.



FILES:

GDL: Geometric Pattern

DUE DATE: 9/19

Using many of the tools and techniques we have already learned, create the repeating geometric pattern in the tutorial.  

When you reach the line, "For this we move over to Photoshop." you are done.  Upload your finished pattern to Blogger and set it as your computer's desktop background.

LINKS:
http://blog.spoongraphics.co.uk/tutorials/how-to-create-an-abstract-geometric-poster-design

GIT : Hand Lettering

Objective:  Create a two complete font sets, one each serif and sans serif.  Include both upper and lower case letters for each type.

WHAT TO TURN IN:
Paper sketch - Lines must be measured and precise.  At least 7 letters of each font type :  ART + dupy
Upload JPEG images of the completed digital fonts to Blogger

GDL: Nautical Compass

Learn to use Smart Guides and create brushes in the Nautical Compass tutorial

LINKS:
http://blog.spoongraphics.co.uk/tutorials/how-to-create-an-ornate-compass-rose-in-illustrator

9/12 GIT-Only! Sign Assignment

Follow the link to create vector artwork for the sign vinyl.  Expand upon the tutorial by creating a complete sign with an original character.  Name your file SIGN1yourname.ai.  Upload your completed .ai file to the link at the top of this page.  Create a JPEG and post it on your blog.

LINKS:
http://blog.spoongraphics.co.uk/tutorials/how-to-create-a-monkey-face-with-vector-line-work

9/12 Biz Pack Assignment

Business Pack Assignment

Due: Thursday 9/12/13

Create a digital and paper business pack for a club, team, or local business located in Hanover Township.  Do NOT use a chain such as Stracks, Chase, or McDonalds.  Turn in at least 3 rough draft logo ideas and 1 final paper sketch logo and business card drawn to scale.  Also, upload JPEG versions of the business pack to your blog.

Business Pack:

New & Original Logo

2 Sided Business Card - 3.5"W x 2"H

Letterhead - 8.5"W x 11"H

Envelope #10 - 9.5"W x 4.125"H

Grading Criteria:

Color Scheme

Proper Sizing/Measuring

Originality

Use of Learnt Tools

Quality

Links:

http://vector.tutsplus.com/tutorials/designing/how-to-create-an-identity-package-in-illustrator/
http://vector.tutsplus.com/articles/web-roundups/10-principles-of-the-logo-design-masters/?search_index=28

http://colorschemedesigner.com/

https://kuler.adobe.com/create/color-wheel/

Grading