Here is the link for the other book cover resource: http://www.covers.fwis.com/
It should be working now!
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
GSU Design Student Websites
Stan forward some of the websites done by GRD seniors last year. Enjoy!
www.nathanlinkous.com
www.michellevillasenor.com
www.minsundesign.com
www.thedesignfancy.com
www.yourjustdesign.com
www.veryperrydesign.com
www.sandralodesign.com
www.jasonbyhand.com
www.thegraphicexplorer.com
www.mariosegarra.com
www.jameslinehandesign.com
www.noentrydesign.com
www.baskervillain.com
www.joebuckeldesign.com
www.kariondesign.com
www.chiawongdesign.com
www.chrissyculverdesign.com
www.mjoodaki.com
www.troybedingfield.com
www.michellevillasenor.com
www.minsundesign.com
www.thedesignfancy.com
www.yourjustdesign.com
www.veryperrydesign.com
www.sandralodesign.com
www.jasonbyhand.com
www.thegraphicexplorer.com
www.mariosegarra.com
www.jameslinehandesign.com
www.noentrydesign.com
www.baskervillain.com
www.joebuckeldesign.com
www.kariondesign.com
www.chiawongdesign.com
www.chrissyculverdesign.com
www.mjoodaki.com
www.troybedingfield.com
Monday, October 18, 2010
Project 4: Book Cover Introduction & Examples
For this project you will design a cover, spine and back panel for a novel. The cover of a book is the essential tool designed to engage, intrigue, and communicate overall concept. You must choose your book before the weekend - please refer to the book list in your project statement here.You MUST choose from the list provided, NO EXCEPTIONS!
We have deviated from our original syllabus - This project is due November 9. The schedule will move forward as follows:
Thurs Oct 21 Pick a book from the list provided.
Tues Oct 26 Write a short “creative brief” for review in accordance to research and nuance of chosen book.
Thurs Oct 28 Pin-up 3 design directions, showing different concepts for your cover. Refine strongest concepts.
Tues Nov 2 Work Day – Refine final design.
Thurs Nov 4 Work Day – Refine final design.
Tues Nov 9 Final Project Due
Here are some online resources for inspiration:
The Book Cover Archive: http://bookcoverarchive.com/
Book cover designs: http://covers.fwis.com/
Final deliverables due Nov 9 include:
1. Turn in (1) flush-mounted 12’’x18’’ board (Layout Back, spine, and front flush to each other).
2. Create a full-scale mockup due November 9.
Boards should be composed as follows:
We have deviated from our original syllabus - This project is due November 9. The schedule will move forward as follows:
Thurs Oct 21 Pick a book from the list provided.
Tues Oct 26 Write a short “creative brief” for review in accordance to research and nuance of chosen book.
Thurs Oct 28 Pin-up 3 design directions, showing different concepts for your cover. Refine strongest concepts.
Tues Nov 2 Work Day – Refine final design.
Thurs Nov 4 Work Day – Refine final design.
Tues Nov 9 Final Project Due
Here are some online resources for inspiration:
The Book Cover Archive: http://bookcoverarchive.com/
Book cover designs: http://covers.fwis.com/
Final deliverables due Nov 9 include:
1. Turn in (1) flush-mounted 12’’x18’’ board (Layout Back, spine, and front flush to each other).
2. Create a full-scale mockup due November 9.
Boards should be composed as follows:
Tuesday, October 12, 2010
Project 3 Critique
Class is canceled on October 19. Enjoy the day off! Feel free to email me or set up an appointment if you need to discuss your project further.
Project 3 Critique on October 21st, 2:30pm.
Project 3 Critique on October 21st, 2:30pm.
Saturday, October 9, 2010
Project 1 Resubmittals
This Tuesday (10/12) is the LAST day I will accept reprints for project 1. I will not accept work done after this date.
As a reminder, I typically do NOT accept late work EVER unless very special circumstances occur... in other words, do not assume that this will be option for you. As the Boy Scouts say, Be prepared!
Thank you,
Officer Cat
As a reminder, I typically do NOT accept late work EVER unless very special circumstances occur... in other words, do not assume that this will be option for you. As the Boy Scouts say, Be prepared!
Thank you,
Officer Cat
Project 3 Design Process Check In
Hey folks,
Just a friendly reminder that I will be checking your process books on Tuesday (keeping them until Thursday). If there is stuff you definitely want me to see but you might need to hold onto it make sure you have 2 copies or scan it for yourself. I will DEFINITELY have your process books back by Thursday :)
These are the main things I will be looking for:
1. research regarding your event (i.e., historic and cultural details, script analysis, characters, venue info, sponsers, etc.) Check the details portion of your project brief if this all sounds new to you.
2. at least 3 DIFFERENT sketches of concept ideas
3. Any photos, illustrations, type, mixed media assets you are developing for your poster design.
4. Outside Inspirations. For example, Event posters you like and/or dislike and why. Designers and/or Artists that inspire your work. Other resources you have pulled from that inspired your work.
Also, 1/2 scale mock-up will be due on Tuesday and will be turned into me (to keep). We'll spend the majority of class time talking about our mock-ups as a class and lending feedback to each other's work.
Try to avoid the midterm blues and keep up the good work!
Just a friendly reminder that I will be checking your process books on Tuesday (keeping them until Thursday). If there is stuff you definitely want me to see but you might need to hold onto it make sure you have 2 copies or scan it for yourself. I will DEFINITELY have your process books back by Thursday :)
These are the main things I will be looking for:
1. research regarding your event (i.e., historic and cultural details, script analysis, characters, venue info, sponsers, etc.) Check the details portion of your project brief if this all sounds new to you.
2. at least 3 DIFFERENT sketches of concept ideas
3. Any photos, illustrations, type, mixed media assets you are developing for your poster design.
4. Outside Inspirations. For example, Event posters you like and/or dislike and why. Designers and/or Artists that inspire your work. Other resources you have pulled from that inspired your work.
Also, 1/2 scale mock-up will be due on Tuesday and will be turned into me (to keep). We'll spend the majority of class time talking about our mock-ups as a class and lending feedback to each other's work.
Try to avoid the midterm blues and keep up the good work!
Thursday, October 7, 2010
How do I figure out my midterm grade?
You have had 2 projects that have been graded so far, both are 15 points each.
To figure out your midterm grade
To figure out your midterm grade
- add the points earned from project 1 with the points earned from project 2
- divide the total by 30
- convert to percentage in order to figure out the letter grade.
Some cool online sources for inspiration
Remember, absolutely NO found imagery! All original art!
Here are some links with cool posters:
http://designreviver.com/inspiration/30-inspiring-poster-designs/
http://wellmedicated.com/inspiration/50-amazing-gig-posters-sure-to-inspire/ Some of these are better than others, but a good resource for a variety of directions you could go in.
http://www.allposters.com/-st/Exhibition-Event-Posters-Vintage-Art-Posters_c79606_.htm
http://www.zazzle.com/event+posters
Also, google search images: event posters, posters, cool posters, etc...
Some links to Photoshop / Illustrator Poster Design Tutorials... these may be helpful or not - but just in case.
http://dzineblog.com/2009/12/30-cool-photohsop-illustrator-poster-design-tutorials.html
http://www.instantshift.com/2009/08/09/77-excellent-photoshop-tutorials-for-designing-posters/
Here are some links with cool posters:
http://designreviver.com/inspiration/30-inspiring-poster-designs/
http://wellmedicated.com/inspiration/50-amazing-gig-posters-sure-to-inspire/ Some of these are better than others, but a good resource for a variety of directions you could go in.
http://www.allposters.com/-st/Exhibition-Event-Posters-Vintage-Art-Posters_c79606_.htm
http://www.zazzle.com/event+posters
Also, google search images: event posters, posters, cool posters, etc...
Some links to Photoshop / Illustrator Poster Design Tutorials... these may be helpful or not - but just in case.
http://dzineblog.com/2009/12/30-cool-photohsop-illustrator-poster-design-tutorials.html
http://www.instantshift.com/2009/08/09/77-excellent-photoshop-tutorials-for-designing-posters/
Monday, October 4, 2010
Event Poster Introduction and Research Resources
Nice job finishing up your print ads folks, but just like our last project... this coming project will be fast and furious - due 10/19! Also, don't forget - process books should be compiled neatly and turned in 10/12 for review.
For your next project, you will create a poster to promote a local theatrical production or local event. You can choose:
Check out past examples here: http://gsuexamples.blogspot.com/2009/08/grd3000-theatrical-event-poster-design.html
Some online resources to check out:
http://atlantaplanit.com/
http://clatl.com
http://directory.google.com/Top/Regional/North_America/United_States/Georgia/Localities/A/Atlanta/Arts_and_Entertainment/Theater/
The schedule is as follow:
10/5 - event chosen
10/7 - at least 3 different sketches / start collecting assets
10/12 - Class pin-up. 1/2 scale mockup to turn in.
process books due - make sure to include all project 3 work (or most of it) and inspirations, etc.
10/14 - workday. return process books.
10/19 - project due.
For your next project, you will create a poster to promote a local theatrical production or local event. You can choose:
- Musicals
- Theatre productions
- Concerts
- Festivals
- Dance Events
- other types of events may be chosen, but run your event by me first.
Check out past examples here: http://gsuexamples.blogspot.com/2009/08/grd3000-theatrical-event-poster-design.html
Some online resources to check out:
http://atlantaplanit.com/
http://clatl.com
http://directory.google.com/Top/Regional/North_America/United_States/Georgia/Localities/A/Atlanta/Arts_and_Entertainment/Theater/
The schedule is as follow:
10/5 - event chosen
10/7 - at least 3 different sketches / start collecting assets
10/12 - Class pin-up. 1/2 scale mockup to turn in.
process books due - make sure to include all project 3 work (or most of it) and inspirations, etc.
10/14 - workday. return process books.
10/19 - project due.
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