GRAPHIC DESIGN & LAYOUT 30S / ADVANCED GRAPHIC DESIGN & LAYOUT 40S
The GRAPHIC DESIGN & LAYOUT course will expand students knowledge and understand for the purpose of graphic design and layout through the use of combining visual materials such as: composition, graphic imagery, color theory, typography, illustration and layout design. Conveying communication in creative ways with the use of research and roughs on both traditional and digital platforms from creative and innovative students interest based assignments…
The GRAPHIC DESIGN & LAYOUT course will expand students knowledge and understand for the purpose of graphic design and layout through the use of combining visual materials such as: composition, graphic imagery, color theory, typography, illustration and layout design. Conveying communication in creative ways with the use of research and roughs on both traditional and digital platforms from creative and innovative students interest based assignments…
COURSE OUTLINE
* This listing of topics, will not necessarily be delivered in the order of which will be presented in class.
- What is Graphic Design and Layout? How to visually communicate thoughts and ideas?
- Elements and Principles of design. How they are implemented.
- Logo design - What is a logo? Types of logos and designing a logo.
- Design process.
- Basic graphic design and layout, poster design, advertisements, promotion etc.
- How to use a variety of different mediums: digital platforms, pencils, watercolors, pen and ink techniques
and acrylic paints.
- Grid systems.
- Industry standard software programs of Adobe Creative Suites, learning the basics in: Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop
- Typography - hand lettering, selecting the right fonts and layout of typefaces.
- Client-Driven Design Challenges.
- Roughs and Research.
- Group presentations.
Roughs and Research are an extremely important aspect of the creative process in Graphic Design. Ideas don't just happen
all at once, they come from research and developing a variety of thumbnail sketches worked into roughs and resulting in final design solutions. Are expected for every assignment/project in the course unless otherwise stated.
*Any concerns or questions feel free to talk to me during class, lunch hour or after school. The room is open during lunch hours for students to work on assignments or projects.
* This listing of topics, will not necessarily be delivered in the order of which will be presented in class.
- What is Graphic Design and Layout? How to visually communicate thoughts and ideas?
- Elements and Principles of design. How they are implemented.
- Logo design - What is a logo? Types of logos and designing a logo.
- Design process.
- Basic graphic design and layout, poster design, advertisements, promotion etc.
- How to use a variety of different mediums: digital platforms, pencils, watercolors, pen and ink techniques
and acrylic paints.
- Grid systems.
- Industry standard software programs of Adobe Creative Suites, learning the basics in: Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop
- Typography - hand lettering, selecting the right fonts and layout of typefaces.
- Client-Driven Design Challenges.
- Roughs and Research.
- Group presentations.
Roughs and Research are an extremely important aspect of the creative process in Graphic Design. Ideas don't just happen
all at once, they come from research and developing a variety of thumbnail sketches worked into roughs and resulting in final design solutions. Are expected for every assignment/project in the course unless otherwise stated.
*Any concerns or questions feel free to talk to me during class, lunch hour or after school. The room is open during lunch hours for students to work on assignments or projects.
CLASSROOM RULES AND EXPECTATIONS
As a student in Graphic Design and Layout you will be expected and encouraged to complete all assignments with effort and energy.
1. RESPECT: MATERIALS, EQUIPMENT, OTHERS, YOURSELF AND THE DESIGN PROCESS
2. NO SWEARING: KEEP IT PROFESSIONAL
3. NO HATS: AGAIN KEEP IT PROFESSIONAL
4. ZERO FOOD OR DRINK AROUND COMPUTERS: PERMITTED AT ART DESKS
ANY DAMAGE CAUSED WILL RESULT IN PAYMENT FOR DAMAGES
5. LATES and ABSENCES: * If they become a situation then discussions will be had.
6. CLEAN UP: CLEAN UP ALL YOUR EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES. REMOVE ANY FILES FROM YOUR DESKTOP AND LOG OUT.
TUCK YOUR CHAIRS IN.
7. CELL PHONES: MAY BE USED FOR RESEARCH, MUSIC (WITH HEAD PHONES) ONLY. ZERO USE OF SNAP CHAT OR TIK TOK!
8. ASSIGNMENT SUBMISSIONS: PHYSICAL SUBMISSIONS OR DIGITAL SUBMISSIONS WILL BE STATED ON ASSIGNMENT SHEETS.
MUST BE DONE ON TIME UNLESS OTHER WISE DISCUSSED WITH MR.BEAUDIN. LATE SUBMISSIONS WILL RESULT IN A 5% LOSS
PER DAY UP TO 10 SCHOOL DAYS.
* DEADLINES ARE A VERY IMPORTANT EMPLOYABLE AND PROFESSIONAL SKILLS WHICH ARE ASSESSED IN TECHNICAL VOCATIONAL EDUCATION.
9. ZERO TOLERANCE FOR PLAGIARISM. IF WORK IS DIRECTLY COPIED FROM SOME ONE ELSE'S WORK THE RESULT WILL
BE AN AUTOMATIC FAILURE.
10. CRAFTSMANSHIP AND CREATIVITY
11. INTERESTING IDEAS FOR ASSIGNMENTS OR PROJECTS
12. CONTACT HOME
13. COME PREPARED AND READY TO WORK
14. BE CREATIVE
As a student in Graphic Design and Layout you will be expected and encouraged to complete all assignments with effort and energy.
1. RESPECT: MATERIALS, EQUIPMENT, OTHERS, YOURSELF AND THE DESIGN PROCESS
2. NO SWEARING: KEEP IT PROFESSIONAL
3. NO HATS: AGAIN KEEP IT PROFESSIONAL
4. ZERO FOOD OR DRINK AROUND COMPUTERS: PERMITTED AT ART DESKS
ANY DAMAGE CAUSED WILL RESULT IN PAYMENT FOR DAMAGES
5. LATES and ABSENCES: * If they become a situation then discussions will be had.
6. CLEAN UP: CLEAN UP ALL YOUR EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES. REMOVE ANY FILES FROM YOUR DESKTOP AND LOG OUT.
TUCK YOUR CHAIRS IN.
7. CELL PHONES: MAY BE USED FOR RESEARCH, MUSIC (WITH HEAD PHONES) ONLY. ZERO USE OF SNAP CHAT OR TIK TOK!
8. ASSIGNMENT SUBMISSIONS: PHYSICAL SUBMISSIONS OR DIGITAL SUBMISSIONS WILL BE STATED ON ASSIGNMENT SHEETS.
MUST BE DONE ON TIME UNLESS OTHER WISE DISCUSSED WITH MR.BEAUDIN. LATE SUBMISSIONS WILL RESULT IN A 5% LOSS
PER DAY UP TO 10 SCHOOL DAYS.
* DEADLINES ARE A VERY IMPORTANT EMPLOYABLE AND PROFESSIONAL SKILLS WHICH ARE ASSESSED IN TECHNICAL VOCATIONAL EDUCATION.
9. ZERO TOLERANCE FOR PLAGIARISM. IF WORK IS DIRECTLY COPIED FROM SOME ONE ELSE'S WORK THE RESULT WILL
BE AN AUTOMATIC FAILURE.
10. CRAFTSMANSHIP AND CREATIVITY
11. INTERESTING IDEAS FOR ASSIGNMENTS OR PROJECTS
12. CONTACT HOME
13. COME PREPARED AND READY TO WORK
14. BE CREATIVE