We nearly finished the Majestic today. Climax will be Thursday I guess. Please have the readings done. We will discuss Thursday as well as begin the design process for the posters. So, have your choices picked.
Those of you who missed Tuesday's class need to watch the movie through scene 30, "The Real World".
Tuesday, October 30, 2007
10.30.07 Graphic Design 1
People-
For those of you who did turn something in today, nice work. They are coming along nicely. For those of you who did not, ask yourself where your priorities are.
We went over chapter 4 today on typography. We discussed differences between typeface, type font, type family and type style. We went over the difference between calligraphy, lettering and type. Know the systems or conventions of type measurement, and the classifications of type. How do the Principles of design apply to typography. What are key issues of designing with type and type and image?
I will assign the next project on Thursday.
Homework:
10"x10" tight comp for Thursday.
Study chapters 4 and 6.
For those of you who did turn something in today, nice work. They are coming along nicely. For those of you who did not, ask yourself where your priorities are.
We went over chapter 4 today on typography. We discussed differences between typeface, type font, type family and type style. We went over the difference between calligraphy, lettering and type. Know the systems or conventions of type measurement, and the classifications of type. How do the Principles of design apply to typography. What are key issues of designing with type and type and image?
I will assign the next project on Thursday.
Homework:
10"x10" tight comp for Thursday.
Study chapters 4 and 6.
Monday, October 29, 2007
10.29.07 Graphic Design 2
My fellows designers, I saw much potential in the early sketches today. As you progress, put yourself into this piece. Remember, typography must be incorporated into the piece in a more meaningful way than just a logo. I also would like it to be more than a single word.
Due dates for tomorrow on this project:
Here is the next assignment for Uncommon Genius. Write a 2 page paper on the single most important idea or concept you took out of section 2, and then expound on potential application of said concept in your life. Due Thursday, Nov. 11, 2007.
Due dates for tomorrow on this project:
- Minimum 5 Roughs due
- Choose direction and begin tight renderings for 2 versions
Here is the next assignment for Uncommon Genius. Write a 2 page paper on the single most important idea or concept you took out of section 2, and then expound on potential application of said concept in your life. Due Thursday, Nov. 11, 2007.
Friday, October 26, 2007
10.25.07 IC101
We watched the first half of the The Majestic yesterday. We will finish it and begin discussion on Tuesday. Read the assignment. Pay particular attention to your rights and privileges as citizens of the USA and how it ties into the film.
I will figure out when we will meet to do the design of the posters.
Also, our meeting place for Transformers needs to be moved. If anyone has suggestions, let me know.
I will figure out when we will meet to do the design of the posters.
Also, our meeting place for Transformers needs to be moved. If anyone has suggestions, let me know.
10.25.07 Graphic Design 1
All right my friends, most of you did great with the 10 roughs. Push the designs we talked about and be ready for Tuesday. Ink. Half size at least. 2-3 tight roughs.
Also, read chapter 6, and forget about the quiz next week. I changed my mind. You already read Chapter 4 on typography, so will go over that next week. The quiz will be after that sometime. Pay special attention to the parts of the letters on page 78. I will copy that page for the quiz and you will need to fill in the blanks. The rest will be short answer. I will narrow down what will be on the quiz and post it here in the near future.
Also, read chapter 6, and forget about the quiz next week. I changed my mind. You already read Chapter 4 on typography, so will go over that next week. The quiz will be after that sometime. Pay special attention to the parts of the letters on page 78. I will copy that page for the quiz and you will need to fill in the blanks. The rest will be short answer. I will narrow down what will be on the quiz and post it here in the near future.
10.24.07 Graphic Design 2
Great job on the final posters everyone! I met with the committee and they were blown away by the quality of the posters. They went on and on about what a strong group of posters there was this time around. So I want to say again, thank you for your hard work. I believe next Wednesday will be the day that they announce the winner and present the prizes for the top 3 poster designs.
Now, regarding the new project, I sent around the brief yesterday. If you have any questions, let me know. On the brief, I said 5 different directions. That might mean 5 roughs or 25 roughs. So, minimum 5. Maximum...? Why don't you work on loving the process with this project. Instead of trying to come up with ideas to finish a project, work on coming up with ideas because you want to be a great designer. Do it for the love of the process. Do it because it is fun, or because you want to succeed after you leave here. Getting the grade should not be your driving force at this point, being great should be.
Good design doesn’t come in a flash of inspiration. You have to spend a substantial amount of time to realize a good and unique design idea. You also have to have lots of ideas. There are always many “right” answers. But you can’t stop with the first idea. What is the second one? What other great ideas are there just below the surface? What wonderful thing will occur to me if I spend an extra 15 minutes thinking about it? When you have five or ten options, you can feel confident that the solution you finally decide to go with is the best one.
-Stephan Farber
Now, regarding the new project, I sent around the brief yesterday. If you have any questions, let me know. On the brief, I said 5 different directions. That might mean 5 roughs or 25 roughs. So, minimum 5. Maximum...? Why don't you work on loving the process with this project. Instead of trying to come up with ideas to finish a project, work on coming up with ideas because you want to be a great designer. Do it for the love of the process. Do it because it is fun, or because you want to succeed after you leave here. Getting the grade should not be your driving force at this point, being great should be.
Good design doesn’t come in a flash of inspiration. You have to spend a substantial amount of time to realize a good and unique design idea. You also have to have lots of ideas. There are always many “right” answers. But you can’t stop with the first idea. What is the second one? What other great ideas are there just below the surface? What wonderful thing will occur to me if I spend an extra 15 minutes thinking about it? When you have five or ten options, you can feel confident that the solution you finally decide to go with is the best one.
-Stephan Farber
Wednesday, October 24, 2007
10.23.07 IC101
Good discussion yesterday in class regarding poster layout. You all need to decide on 3 posters to revise and finalize. I need a couple of people to write final copy for the poster after we decide on direction. Let me know if you are willing to be one of those people. Liz, Ja'Nae, Ashley, Chris, Dave A., and Kyle have all taken an active role in this project besides the concepting stage, so I would like some of you that have not participated as actively to step up for this stage.
Also, you need to read pages 69-82. The Declaration of Independence, The Constitution, The Bill of Rights for Tuesday.
Also, you need to read pages 69-82. The Declaration of Independence, The Constitution, The Bill of Rights for Tuesday.
10.23.07 Graphic Design 1
Good job on your roughs. Make sure that the 10-12 due tomorrow are done in ink, and anything that is supposed to filled in with black is. They need to be 5 x 5 inches. Read chapter 4 for tomorrow. Quiz is next Tuesday.
Be sure and check the inspiration links when you get a moment.
Be sure and check the inspiration links when you get a moment.
Monday, October 22, 2007
10.21.07 Graphic Design 2
Hey. The Messiah posters are coming along nicely. Finals are due Wednesday, mounted on 14x20 inch black mounting board which is just outside my office door. If you missed class or didn't turn in your assignment today, you need to get it to me as soon as possible or else it will not be considered for the presentation.
I will introduce the new assignment on Wednesday. Let me know if you are dying to do a particular project.
Jay
I will introduce the new assignment on Wednesday. Let me know if you are dying to do a particular project.
Jay
10.18.07 IC101
Each group needs to have 5 good concepts and sketches for posters for Tuesday. Also the schools should be contacted by Tuesday so we know where we are going to hang these posters.
Turn in your current event from last week unless you did another one. Then pick your favorite.
Remember, we are meeting in Crestview 110 Tuesday.
Turn in your current event from last week unless you did another one. Then pick your favorite.
Remember, we are meeting in Crestview 110 Tuesday.
10.18.07 Graphic Design 1
Sorry about Tuesday. I was trying to get rid of my cold once and for all. Thursday we critiqued our final Fingerprint assignment and started the Type Study assignment. 50 roughs are due Tuesday.
Thursday, October 18, 2007
10.17.07 Graphic Design 2
Well, at this point, time is short. I don't know yet if we can get another day, so work hard and smart. If you need to speak with me, you know how to get in touch with me. At this point, plan on having a real tight final draft on Monday. If we get until Wednesday we will have time for one more round. I'm trying to get Prof. Brandes to come and respond personally, but I'm not sure if it will work out yet.
I will introduce the next project on Tuesday.
I will introduce the next project on Tuesday.
Monday, October 15, 2007
10/15/07 Graphic Design 2
Your information hierarchy was better today. Remember, the point of a poster is to draw the viewer in from a distance, not have the viewer read all of the details from a distance. Draw them in with imagery and headline, and then make your secondary info clear and easy to read. Go back and look at the good poster samples you brought in. Search for other good examples. Be inspired by what you see. (But be careful not to rip off someone's image or concept.)
This project will probably be due in a week. Maybe a day or two more. Design is your major people. Put some blood, sweat and tears into this. Set up your schedule assuming that all of your time will be used doing design homework, then fit your other stuff in around that. If you want help, come and see me. If you don't communicate with me, I can't help you.
Let's see a tight revision of your best one or two directions for Wednesday.
You can ALL can pull this off. Remember...
Good design doesn’t come in a flash of inspiration. You have to spend a substantial amount of time to realize a good and unique design idea. You also have to have lots of ideas. There are always many “right” answers. But you can’t stop with the first idea. What is the second one? What other great ideas are there just below the surface? What wonderful thing will occur to me if I spend an extra 15 minutes thinking about it? When you have five or ten options, you can feel confident that the solution you finally decide to go with is the best one.
-Stephan Farber
This project will probably be due in a week. Maybe a day or two more. Design is your major people. Put some blood, sweat and tears into this. Set up your schedule assuming that all of your time will be used doing design homework, then fit your other stuff in around that. If you want help, come and see me. If you don't communicate with me, I can't help you.
Let's see a tight revision of your best one or two directions for Wednesday.
You can ALL can pull this off. Remember...
Good design doesn’t come in a flash of inspiration. You have to spend a substantial amount of time to realize a good and unique design idea. You also have to have lots of ideas. There are always many “right” answers. But you can’t stop with the first idea. What is the second one? What other great ideas are there just below the surface? What wonderful thing will occur to me if I spend an extra 15 minutes thinking about it? When you have five or ten options, you can feel confident that the solution you finally decide to go with is the best one.
-Stephan Farber
Friday, October 12, 2007
10.11.07 Internship capstone
Thank you Alison A. and Emily for your presentations. Both very informative and strongly delivered. If anyone has more questions to ask either presenter that you didn't think about yesterday, bring them on Tuesday. Rocco will be presenting Tuesday and we should have some time for more q&a after he is done.
One thing I would like everyone to mention is the size of the agency/group you interned with and the chain of command within that group. Every experience will be different that way and I would like you all to be aware of issues and problems in each arena.
Continue to bring relevant stuff to share with the group. I think it is really beneficial and it helps to expose us all to what else is going on out there in the industry and beyond. Also, keep checking the inspiration links and if you want me to add one, send it along.
One thing I would like everyone to mention is the size of the agency/group you interned with and the chain of command within that group. Every experience will be different that way and I would like you all to be aware of issues and problems in each arena.
Continue to bring relevant stuff to share with the group. I think it is really beneficial and it helps to expose us all to what else is going on out there in the industry and beyond. Also, keep checking the inspiration links and if you want me to add one, send it along.
10.11.07 IC101
We finished our discussion on the Barber and Putnam articles. Thanks to those who spoke up. I think the morals/ethics conversation is worth pursuing more, or maybe we should do a paper on it. I'll think about that. You all have already done some initial legwork on it.
Regarding the civic engagement project, time is getting tight now if we really want to raise any money. So, meet with your groups before Tuesday, analyze your research and come up with some concepts for us to review in class. If you need help with this, email me. What I suggested in class was to look into pakistani culture, muslim culture, geography, language, writing, religion, climbing culture, anything that you think might spark ideas for an interesting design on the posters. Review the 3 Cups book. Be thinking of the posters as you review. Think about imagery, about Mortensen, about the people, the region. See if there are quotes that you would like to use on the poster. Try and have some sketches done so we can all try and visualize what you are thinking. They shouldn't be perfect, but should give us an indication of information and placement/layout.
I will probably bring my computer to class on Thursday or the following Tuesday after we have nailed down direction and we can can start building our designs in class.
Regarding the civic engagement project, time is getting tight now if we really want to raise any money. So, meet with your groups before Tuesday, analyze your research and come up with some concepts for us to review in class. If you need help with this, email me. What I suggested in class was to look into pakistani culture, muslim culture, geography, language, writing, religion, climbing culture, anything that you think might spark ideas for an interesting design on the posters. Review the 3 Cups book. Be thinking of the posters as you review. Think about imagery, about Mortensen, about the people, the region. See if there are quotes that you would like to use on the poster. Try and have some sketches done so we can all try and visualize what you are thinking. They shouldn't be perfect, but should give us an indication of information and placement/layout.
I will probably bring my computer to class on Thursday or the following Tuesday after we have nailed down direction and we can can start building our designs in class.
10.11.07 Graphic Design 1
Final fingerprint assignments are due on Tuesday at the beginning of class. If you don't remember my late policy, re-read the syllabus.
After the crit of the fingerprint assignment, I will introduce the new assignment.
Bring your sourcebooks for me to review on Tuesday as well.
After the crit of the fingerprint assignment, I will introduce the new assignment.
Bring your sourcebooks for me to review on Tuesday as well.
Wednesday, October 10, 2007
10/10/07 Graphic Design 2
Finals of the self-portrait were due today. Thanks for the good work. Generally they turned out great!
The Messiah posters really need to progress between now and Monday. A some of you are on track. 5 or 6 of you really need to show me stuff before Monday. Have your top 2 designs tight for Monday. Paying particular attention to information hierarchy and organization.
Please read the first half of section 2 in the Shekerjian book by October 24. Pages 83 through 128.
The Messiah posters really need to progress between now and Monday. A some of you are on track. 5 or 6 of you really need to show me stuff before Monday. Have your top 2 designs tight for Monday. Paying particular attention to information hierarchy and organization.
Please read the first half of section 2 in the Shekerjian book by October 24. Pages 83 through 128.
Tuesday, October 9, 2007
10/9/07 IC101
We finished The Truman Show in class today. Because very few people were willing to discuss the film in conjunction with Plato and The Matrix, I will draw up some questions and ask you to respond to them.
The discussion on the Putnam article was much better, however. Thanks for your participation. We will continue that discussion as well as look at the honor code and the Barber article on page 44 in the reader.
We should also discuss your progress on the Pennies for Peace project and determine next steps.
Don't forget your current event for next Tuesday. Make sure it is a significant event. It should impact your town, state, country or world in consequential way. There have been too many light events turned in.
The discussion on the Putnam article was much better, however. Thanks for your participation. We will continue that discussion as well as look at the honor code and the Barber article on page 44 in the reader.
We should also discuss your progress on the Pennies for Peace project and determine next steps.
Don't forget your current event for next Tuesday. Make sure it is a significant event. It should impact your town, state, country or world in consequential way. There have been too many light events turned in.
10/9/07 Graphic Design 1
You should be narrowing down your designs to the top one or two based on our discussions today. Final is still due next Tuesday the 16th. Black ink on illustration board. I will cover any details about the final on Thursday that might be unclear. Be sure and ask.
Take home quiz is due back on Thursday, beginning of class. Please don't try and turn it in late. Because it is a take home, late quizzes will not be accepted.
I will also introduce the next project Thursday.
Read Chapter 4 in Landa for Tuesday next week.
Take home quiz is due back on Thursday, beginning of class. Please don't try and turn it in late. Because it is a take home, late quizzes will not be accepted.
I will also introduce the next project Thursday.
Read Chapter 4 in Landa for Tuesday next week.
Thursday, October 4, 2007
10.4.07 IC101
Today we watched the first installment of The Truman Show. You need to be thinking of how the film relates to Plato's Allegory, The Matrix and the overall scope of what we have been talking about in class. There will be follow-up.
We will discuss Putnam and the response by Hill on Tuesday given time after we finish the The Truman Show. Hill article is forthcoming via email.
We will discuss Putnam and the response by Hill on Tuesday given time after we finish the The Truman Show. Hill article is forthcoming via email.
10.4.07 Graphic Design 1
Good progress in class today. I think most everyone is on track. You should have 3 good solid roughs, about half size on white paper for Tuesday. If you have been working primarily on tracing paper, photocopy your designs onto white paper. It is much easier to see them on the board.
The final will be due October 16. I will show you how to transfer your final designs to the illustration board on Tuesday. I will also hand out project 2 so that you can start on that.
Quiz on Chapters 1-3 in the Landa book is on Tuesday. There will be short answer and matching vocabulary. It is not an easy quiz, so study. If you followed along in discussions marking your books or taking notes, you should not have any problem.
The final will be due October 16. I will show you how to transfer your final designs to the illustration board on Tuesday. I will also hand out project 2 so that you can start on that.
Quiz on Chapters 1-3 in the Landa book is on Tuesday. There will be short answer and matching vocabulary. It is not an easy quiz, so study. If you followed along in discussions marking your books or taking notes, you should not have any problem.
Wednesday, October 3, 2007
10.3.07 Graphic Design 2
Alright. Your responses to the questions from Uncommon Genius were due this morning before class. Thanks to those that responded. I will read the responses and grade them. For those that didn't respond, and there were 8 of you, you need to make an appointment to see me please.
Ok. You need to have 3 solid roughs for next Wednesday. Anyone who was not prepared with good sketches for today needs to show me something by Friday. You know who you are. I added a new link to the inspiration category today. Check it out. Called book autopsies..
Ok. You need to have 3 solid roughs for next Wednesday. Anyone who was not prepared with good sketches for today needs to show me something by Friday. You know who you are. I added a new link to the inspiration category today. Check it out. Called book autopsies..
Tuesday, October 2, 2007
10/2/07 Internship Capstone
Sorry for not finishing your papers. I will have them soon. Pester me for them. Schedule for presentations is as follows:
October 11 (Thursday)
1. Alison Ayers
2. Emily Simons
October 16 (Tuesday)
Out Sick
October 18 (Thursday)
1. Rocco Tripaldi
2. Brian DellaBernarda
October 23 (Tuesday)
1. Jessica Neri
2. Christina D"Amore
3. Kevin Hughes
October 25 (Thursday)
1. Josie Lidke
2. Alison Friskey
October 30 (Tuesday)
1. Kim O'Neil
2. Cory Cordiero
Be sure to compile your stuff for your presentation.
October 11 (Thursday)
1. Alison Ayers
2. Emily Simons
October 16 (Tuesday)
Out Sick
October 18 (Thursday)
1. Rocco Tripaldi
2. Brian DellaBernarda
October 23 (Tuesday)
1. Jessica Neri
2. Christina D"Amore
3. Kevin Hughes
October 25 (Thursday)
1. Josie Lidke
2. Alison Friskey
October 30 (Tuesday)
1. Kim O'Neil
2. Cory Cordiero
Be sure to compile your stuff for your presentation.
10/2/07 IC101
So, we broke up into 4 groups to start the creative process. We are concepting and creating posters and signage for our Pennies For Peace drive. Remember, your audience is largely women and children. Keep that is mind as you concept. Also, peruse the literature on the P For P website. Consider the history, geography and location of the region. Think about your education and what it means to you. Potentially what doors it may open for you. How your life is easier because of education. Look at Muslim tenets. Find out what their writing looks like.
Groups are as follows:
Group 1
Kyle, Alice, Jami, Kaitlyn
Group 2
Rob, Chris, Ja'Nae, Alex
Group 3
Kayla, Dan, Ben, David T.
Group 4
Ashley, Liz, Dave A., Bryce
Please have met before Thursday for an initial meeting. I am looking at Oct. 18 for a brainstorming session as a group where we will look at everyone's concepts and make some decisions regarding direction.
Critical thinking papers are due THURSDAY.
Write up on faculty show piece is due in lieu of the current event next Tuesday.
Groups are as follows:
Group 1
Kyle, Alice, Jami, Kaitlyn
Group 2
Rob, Chris, Ja'Nae, Alex
Group 3
Kayla, Dan, Ben, David T.
Group 4
Ashley, Liz, Dave A., Bryce
Please have met before Thursday for an initial meeting. I am looking at Oct. 18 for a brainstorming session as a group where we will look at everyone's concepts and make some decisions regarding direction.
Critical thinking papers are due THURSDAY.
Write up on faculty show piece is due in lieu of the current event next Tuesday.
10/2/07 Graphic Design 1
You should be composing the sections that you traced. 5 are required for Thursday. Remember the rectangular proportions. Final live area is 9x14. If you are struggling with that, make a rectangle to half-size and use it as a reference.
Quiz is next Tuesday on Chapters 1-3 in the Landa book.
I should look at sourcebooks next week as well. Let's do that Thursday the 11th. You should have 10 things for each week so far. 40 total.
Quiz is next Tuesday on Chapters 1-3 in the Landa book.
I should look at sourcebooks next week as well. Let's do that Thursday the 11th. You should have 10 things for each week so far. 40 total.
Monday, October 1, 2007
10/1/07 Graphic Design 2
Hey. So we decided that, due to Fall Break Day, our final self-portraits will be due on Wednesday, October 10. Keep working. If you need more feedback or more direction. Ask.
I handed out the brief for the Messiah poster today. Read it carefully. All except the process paragraph. I forgot to delete that from a previous brief. Oops. I will email out a revised brief today. 20 sketches due Wednesday still.
Don't forget research.
Final posts are due before Wednesday morning. Sorry about having to create a Gmail account to post. I was unaware of that requirement, however, it is my favorite email utility.
I handed out the brief for the Messiah poster today. Read it carefully. All except the process paragraph. I forgot to delete that from a previous brief. Oops. I will email out a revised brief today. 20 sketches due Wednesday still.
Don't forget research.
Final posts are due before Wednesday morning. Sorry about having to create a Gmail account to post. I was unaware of that requirement, however, it is my favorite email utility.
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