Class Info

  • Date: October 20, 2022
  • Meeting Info: In Person

Topic

Midterm Project

Today, we will combine Pen Tool to create a self-portrait. Make sure shapes are closed. We will use the Eyedropper to sample colors that will be demonstrated.

Midterm LoPoly Project by Victoria Munoz (2020)

Objectives

What you can expect to learn

  • Drawing from a Template
  • Using Guides
  • Creating Layers
    • Locking layers
    • Diming layers
    • Stacking Order of Layers
  • Using Eyedropper to sample colors

Critique

Each week we will review homework assignments from the previous class. Students will participate in reviewing material and offering suggestions for improvement for their cohort. This week we discuss the use of the Pathfinder Tools and Blend Tool and the challenges they presented.

Lab

Lab assignments are done during class time.

Do This in Class:
Setting Up the Midterm File

Create an 11 x 17 Tabloid File. Open the rulers (view > Rulers > Show Rulers) and drag a half-inch border all around the edges as a guide. Get Professor’s approval on your three-quarter view image for a self-portrait. The file is prepared to draw on using the images as a template. Using the template, students will start to draw shapes and then fill in colors in shaped areas.

Discussion:

Each week you will need to respond to two questions posted. This is a requirement for participation part of your grade.

Homework Due Next Class: 

All work should be submitted by 3:00 pm the Tuesday day before class.

Each file should be saved according to the following naming convention. i.e., Midterm_LastName.ai (Illustrator).

  • Complete drawing all triangles (as demonstrated in class) with no fill and black stroke only. In Class 08, use the eyedropper to sample colors.

Vocabulary

Template, Layers

Resources

Here are some notes that you should read to educate yourself in the topic area described above.

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