Saturday, October 27, 2012

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 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













Friday, October 26, 2012

Literacy 2




Literacy  Standard 2

DETERMINE A CENTRAL IDEA OF A TEXT AND ANALYZE ITS DEVELOPMENT OVER THE COURSE OF THE TEXT, INCLUDING HOW IT EMERGES AND IS SHAPED AND REFINED BY SPECIFIC DETAILS; PROVIDE AN OBJECTIVE SUMMARY OF THE TEXT.


Visual Arts Standard
4.3 Investigate how history and culture have and will influence the production of art.

Digital Arts and Design
STANDARD 7.0

Students will demonstrate skills, understanding, and knowledge of imagery in contextual relationships to effective messaging and its impact on cultural anthropology.

The student will:
7.1 Exhibit knowledge of the history of visual arts and design and its impact on society.
7.3 Analyze common and divergent characteristics of art and applied art evident across time and among cultural groups.
7.4 Compare the power of visual art to communicate universal concepts.
7.5 Compare a variety of historical and cultural contexts used in works of art.



Assignment:

Go to this link:
http://www.writedesignonline.com/history-culture/pop.htm


Complete Week three
Assessment
On a separate piece of paper, respond to the following:

1. What is the central idea or theme of this article? (It is NOT that "Everyone will be famous for 15 minutes)

2. In your own words, what is Pop Art?

3. List 5 specific events or topics that are used to support the central idea.

4. Of all the topics or events depicted, which one do you think is the most important and why?

5. Summarize the article in one to two sentences.


Week one
Sketch two "historical" images from the article
Due November 1 and 2

Week two
Sketch two images that represent Pop Art
Due November 8 and 9

Tuesday, October 23, 2012

Common Core Literacy Standard 4


CCSS4

Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative, connotative, and  technical meanings; analyze the cumulative impact of specific word choices on meaning and tone (e.g., how the language of a court opinion differs from that of a newspaper).

and/or

Determine the meaning of symbols, key terms, and other domain-specific words and phrases as they are used in a specific scientific or technical context.

I can...........

  • I can understand the meaning of words and phrases from the reading.
  • I can understand figures of speech, technical meanings of words, and any suggestions in addition to literal meanings of words.
  • I can break down the word choices regarding meaning and tone.



the assignment:

You will answer questions from the "What is Symbolism" article on a handout. See below for specifics.

Sequence:
Day one: Draw a symbol in your sketchbook. We will do this together.
Day two: Part 1
Day three: Part 2
Day four: Part 3

NOTE: Click on the material below for a larger view. When you are reading, you can zoom in by holding down the command key and pressing the + sign on the keyboard

The handout




The reading material