UNIT 2: VECTOR PROJECT. TOTAL POINTS: 150
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Project: Design A Book Cover
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Technical: To gain a basic understanding of vector based digital imaging software (Illustrator) and using raster images within it.
Conceptual: To explore how images and text generate a range of ideas and emotions, and to better understand how design and text can be utilized to market and advertise particular products.
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Materials: Digital camera (with necessary cables), web images, and a computer with
Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
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Process:
1. Brainstorm and submit proposals for 5 possible books and the accompanying designs.
2. Launch Illustrator and create a new document (FILE >> NEW) that is 10 in. high and 8 in wide.
3. Find images that you will use in your theme. Make necessary preparations in Photoshop (adjustment layers, etc).
4. Drag images from Photoshop into Illustrator. Begin layout of text and images in Illustrator using layers.
5. Using the application’s tools, combine your individual parts into one final piece.
6. When satisfied, save it as an Adobe Illustrator (Ai) file in the VECTOR PROJECT FOLDER. Save it as: lastname_vectorproj.ai Then save out a GIF copy of your composition:
A. File >> Save for Web and Devices.
B. For file type, select GIF from the dropdown menu.
C. Uncheck the box next to “Transparency.”
D. Under the “Image Size” tab, check “Clip to Artboard” and hit “Apply.”
E. Click “Save.”
7. Upload your gif file to the class’ blog. Write a brief explanation.
8. Label post "vector project" and title post with your name.
