Learning through Lines

Learning through Lines

Learning though Lines In this early exercise in Graphic Design 1, students take photographs of scenes around campus that exhibit the element of line. We then learn the basic principles of vector drawing through creating tracings of the images. Click to see larger...
QR Code Interview Posters

QR Code Interview Posters

QR Code Interview Posters For this project, each student interviews someone he respects, records that interview, and uploads it to SoundCloud. Working with the principle of emphasis, students choose one quote that provides an entry point to the conversation, and...
Vector Self Portraits

Vector Self Portraits

Vector Self Portraits We start with a photo that each student feels represents something about his personality or interests. Applying the basics of vector drawing that students have learned in previous project work, students create a vector drawing—minus facial...
Manifestos

Manifestos

Manifestos In this exercise that combines complex typography with imagery, students first follow one of several templates to write a personal manifesto. They explore imagery, and are required to use an original or family photo for their design. Sketching, planning,...
50 Layers

50 Layers

50 Layers This project presents an introduction to layers and making selections in Photoshop. Students start with a high-resolution image of themselves in a place where they feel an emotional connection. We learn different tools to make selections, and then they are...