custom shape 1 and 2

What I want you to know or do


How to open Photoshop
How to create a Photoshop document  according to specific criteria and specifications
How to use the Custom Shape Tool correctly
How to create a center of interest in artwork
How to resize a shape
Demonstrate an understanding of the elements of art and the principles of design.
How to save a Photoshop document in a specified location.

20) Demonstrate basic procedures to manage digital files. Describe file storage in memory cards and estimate the number of photographs a memory card can hold based on the resolution of the photographs and other factors. Use a scanner to create digital files. Determine appropriate resolutions for various applications such as printed and web media. Use file system folders to organize files. Utilize online file management services to backup files. (TN Reading 2, 3, 4; TN Writing 6; TN Math N-Q) 

21) Distinguish between the various software used for visual design, including page layout software, illustration software, photo editing software, and web publishing software. Describe and illustrate the difference between raster and vector graphics. Create a chart or infographic explaining the major types and uses of design software. Employ the appropriate software to complete assigned tasks. (TN Reading 2, 3, 4; TN Writing 4, 6, 9; TN Math N-Q) 

assignment: custom shapes

Your assignment is to create two different documents, each having 7 layers, with a different sized custom shape on each layer.

for help

custom shape tool

typing in photoshop

custom shapes 1

directions

go to the finder 
open photoshop

go to window>workspace>Essentials or Design

go to file>new>name: type your name_custom shapes1

width: 10 inches (not pixels)

height: 5 inches

resolution: 100

color mode: rgb

background contents: white

click OK

Click on the Move Tool

be sure you check Auto-Select Layer

Go to the layers palette and click on the new layer icon

Click on the Custom Shape Tool

Choose the icon circled in red with the Custom Shape Tool

Create a custom shape. Click, hold and drag in your document window. The shape you select is visible to the right of the word "Shape" in the Options Bar above.  Click on the downward facing triangle to choose other shapes.

Resize: Go to Edit>Free Transform and resize the custom shape. Click the check mark when you have what you want or the cancel button if it’s not what you want.

Move the shape using the Move Tool

Go to file>save as

Save onto the desktop or in your folder

Create and resize 7 custom shape layers using a different shape and a different color on each layer.

Type your name on one layer

Save your document into your folder

Questions:

How do you select the Move Tool?

Should you create a new layer each time you create a custom shape?

How do you create a new layer in the layers palette?


Where do you find the Custom Shape Tool?


How do you find the answers to these questions on your own?



Assessment: (25 points each)


1. Correct size and resolution

2. 7 layers

3. Name typed on one layer

4. File saved correctly






custom shapes 2

First, review the information in Custom Shapes 1.

Assignment:


1. Create a document, 8 inches high by 8 inches wide,  resolution: 100

2. Create 6 different layers. Use the Custom Shape Tool.

Use this as your guide  custom shape tool

Use any colors and any shapes, but be sure they are all different shapes and colors.

3. Type your name on a new type layer
typing in photoshop

4. Be sure each shape is on its own individual layer


5. Resize all shapes so that they all are overlapping, or some are in front and some are behind. 

6. Rearrange the shape layers on the layers palette

7. Save as your name_custom shapes 2



Assessment: (20 points each)

1. Correct size and resolution

2. 6 layers, created as instructed

3. All layers composed of different colors and shapes. (10)
    Some shapes overlap. (10)

4. Name typed on one layer

5. File saved correctly