Graphics
The first area Digital Media will focus on this semester is Graphics. What we will learn in this unit is vital to almost all other areas in Digital Media. We will be covering the terminology and vocabulary, the tools and use of Adobe Photoshop, but also how to create good design using the Element and Principals of Design.
Graphics can take the form of print ads, paintings, logos, photos, icons, and many more different types of designs. No matter what type of career you may have in the future, your business or company will need graphic design in order to be successful. What you will be learning is important information to know and a useful set of skills to have.
The software we use in class to create graphic designs is Adobe Photoshop. This is a high-powered, versatile program that is very common in the real-world, industry setting. Although it is rather expensive, it is considered one of the best photo editing softwares and is certainly one of the most popular among professionals and consumers alike.
Graphics can take the form of print ads, paintings, logos, photos, icons, and many more different types of designs. No matter what type of career you may have in the future, your business or company will need graphic design in order to be successful. What you will be learning is important information to know and a useful set of skills to have.
The software we use in class to create graphic designs is Adobe Photoshop. This is a high-powered, versatile program that is very common in the real-world, industry setting. Although it is rather expensive, it is considered one of the best photo editing softwares and is certainly one of the most popular among professionals and consumers alike.
Objectives:
3.00 Understand concepts and methods used to create digital graphics.
3.01 Understand concepts used to create digital graphics. (15%)
3.02 Understand digital graphics production methods, software, and hardware.
Essential Question:
What are the basic concepts used to create digital graphics?
What are digital graphics production methods, software, and hardware?
3.00 Understand concepts and methods used to create digital graphics.
3.01 Understand concepts used to create digital graphics. (15%)
3.02 Understand digital graphics production methods, software, and hardware.
Essential Question:
What are the basic concepts used to create digital graphics?
What are digital graphics production methods, software, and hardware?
Graphics Activities & ProjectsWe will begin by completing projects that focus on developing the fundamentals of graphic design as you explore and learn the basics of Adobe Photoshop. As the semester progresses, we will learn and practice more advanced techniques and become proficient users of the software.
Inside the SKILLS page, you will find project descriptions and constraints, the files necessary to complete each project, and how you will be submitting your finished works of art. |
Graphic Notes & HomeworkThere will be a lot of things to learn during the graphics unit. From the four distinct Elements of Design to common graphic file types, we will be covering many different topics as we learn the tools and features of Photoshop.
Inside the KNOWLEDGE page, you can find and download the PowerPoints I use during class lectures and discussions, links to take your assessments on BlackBoard, and other learning resources. |
Graphics Resources
Links to Websites
How to install a new Font
1. After finding the font you wish to use, select Download
2. After the file has downloaded, open the file on your computer
3. Go to Applications and open Font Book
4. Drag the file with the letters as the icon from the folder to All Users in Font Book
5. Your font will not appear in all programs
2. After the file has downloaded, open the file on your computer
3. Go to Applications and open Font Book
4. Drag the file with the letters as the icon from the folder to All Users in Font Book
5. Your font will not appear in all programs
Freeware Graphics Software
- GIMP
- Oviary
- Sumo Paint
- Photoscape
- Inkscape