Class Info

• Class Date: Tues. Nov. 17

• Class Time: 8:30AM-10:00AM

• Class Meeting Zoom https://zoom.us/j/6459468086
  Meeting ID: 645 946 8086

Topic

Project 3

• The typographical grid.
  • A grid is a system of vertical and horizontal guides used for the organization of a layout. Grids are used in graphic and web design.
• Quick Reference PDF: The Grid

The Typographical Grid Resources

Google Drive Grid

Objectives

• Understanding the parts of grid:
  • Margins
  • Columns and rows
  • gutters (vertical and horizontal)
  • modules and spacial zones
• Students develop understanding of organization in design

Activities

• Type Challenge TBA
• Optional to do. Create a document in InDesign and practice (see PDF)
  • How to create columns and rows (modules)
  • How to use the grid

To-Do After Class

The Posters:

• The Typographical Grid poster 1 initial layout with your text
  • 11×17
  • utilizing the grid

Posters must be 11×17 and include the following text:

• Pet Peeve

• Merriam-Webster.com definition- a pet peeve as a frequent subject of complaint

• Title of your Pet Peeve •

Your paragraph explaining your pet peeve

• Type Talk Discussion – FELIX PFÄFFLI Posters

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