Art 257
Digital Media Mr. Bickus jbickus@d211.org (224) 653-3211
Course Description:
Computer Multimedia will cover the broad spectrum of computer media design from concept to creation. Students will complete computer art projects using professional programs and applications found in the business community. Each student will develop a body of work consisting of image processing, Multimedia Design, 2-D/3-D animation, and layout design. Students will gain insight into computer technology careers and society’s use of computers as a means of visual communication.
What to expect:
This class is built as an introduction course to industry standard programs like Photoshop, Illustrator, Final Cut, and Imageready to name a few. The class will teach the key concepts which are needed to enter the digital design and graphics studies. We will look at professional design examples as well as fine artists work who use computers to create their work. In addition, critique sessions will be used to discuss our design and concepts.
Mac Lab Rules:
1. No digital devices are to be used in class ( i.e MP3 players, cell phones, etc…)
2. Be sure all equipment is used properly and any problems are reported immediately.
3. Any equipment you use/borrow, make sure it gets back in the same condition you checked it out in.
4. No food in the classroom. Drinks are acceptable as long as they are not spilled. (No drinks/food near computers!!!)
5. Keep your belongings clear also neither of us trips on them. Some of the aisles are pretty tight within the classroom.
6. No web surfing at leisure,
7. You must have permission to print!
8. Stay at your seats until the bell rings
Due Dates, homework, and grades:
Due dates for projects will be assigned based on time needed for completion of projects. Projects are expected to be turned in on time or be subjected to reduction of one letter grade per week the project is late. Extended work time will be on a case by case basis and must be worked out with me.
Homework assignments will be accepted only up to one day late with a one letter grade reduction applied to the assignment (Outstanding circumstances aside)
Grades will be based on homework assignments, sketchbook assignments, any quizzes and tests which are part of the class, daily participation/work checks, and final project assignments. You will see a grading rubric for most projects. Grades should be given to you/posted within a week of the due date/turn in.
Grading scale:
EXCEEDING (4)--
MEETING (3)----
APPROACHING (2)-
STARTING (1)---
FAILING (0)-----
|
Projects and homework: 70% of quarter grade
Participation and Growth : 30% of quarter grade
Optional supplies:
- Any digital cameras, camcorders, tripods, etc.. that you wish to purchase and use are helpful and recommended. You do not have to purchase these items We also have items that can be checked out with parent consent.
- One 1 inch 3 ring binder to keep prints, handouts, artwork etc. inside of. This may be stored in the classroom. You will need this by the beginning of the second week on Monday.
MAC Steup Demo
How to create a new Photoshop document
How to use Layers, Selections, and Brushes
Digital
Democracy:
What: A new district
advisory committee that consist of students and teachers that focus on “digital
democracy”.
They will be working throughout the year to help educate all
stakeholders on digital citizenship and safety.
They are looking to create a logo that will represent the group.
Here are the declarative statements the students developed:
1. Think
before posting.
2. Abide
by classroom technology expectations.
3. Use
personal social apps and games outside of class time.
4. Ask
before you share pictures, take video or record another person.
5. Be
original, be honest, avoid cheating.
6.
Remember, your iPad is school issued. Keep it clean.
Your task: Create 3-4 logo designs (can
be similar, but must be somewhat different) that convey and communicate the
ideas of the group. You may use any
program (Photoshop, Illustrator, Corel Painter) to create the design. You should include the text or letters for “digital
democracy” but may also include other drawings or images as well.
How to export your Final Cut Video:
Your
assignment: Short Film assignment
Name________________
Due
Wed 4/29 25 points
What is it: Choose a word from the list to make a short
1:00-1:30 in length film or choose a simple object to make a basic storyline
based film about.
When: Start filming this week/this weekend. Have some footage by Tuesday May 6th. Final
film due TBA. No exceptions.
Things to consider: Film angles, storyboard/shots and scenes, and
cutaways. Music. How will you convey an idea with the footage. Does not have to include spoken parts.
Filming: You may check out cameras from me, the AV
department, and use i-pads (please film horizontally). We also have tripods for checkout.
Questions for you:
What will you be making your film about?
How will you illustrate the word chosen or communicate a
storyline?
What sorts of things will you film?
Where will you film?
What will the visuals look like after editing (filters,
effects)? What will the final edit look
like? What kind of music do you think
might be best to communicate your idea or mood?
Words to consider for video theme
Evil Fear Apathy Grieving
Hopeless Censored Ignorant
Hope Sloth/Laziness Confusion Insanity Manic
Heroic Powerful Savior “Icon”
“Big Brother” Martyr Hidden Captive
Silenced Identity Lost Empty Betrayal
Rebel Awkward Political Fake Self-loathing
Sacrifice Outcast Equality Renegade
Freedom Rich Poor Fail Segregation
“Zombie” Torn Fame Disgust
Tyrannical Apocalyptic Power “dream” Betrayed
Loss of
trust Irresponsible Grotesque Assimilated
Jealousy Narcissistic Segregated Pain “Freak”
Struggle Greed Lost Deception/deceptive Grotesque
Naïve Purpose Leader “Follower” Epic
Alone Grievous Found Gluttonous Control/Loss of
Found Trapped “exclusive” Outsider Thieving
Mischievous Devious
How to make a kinetic text video demonstration:
Final Cut Pro Quiz 4/10/14:
First start a new project. You can work from an existing event, just make sure you know where you are importing everything.
1. Seperate a video from it's audio. Delete the audio, and download a new track for your audio
2. Download a video, and create a split screen with atleast 3 screens using that video as well as others.
3. Use atleast 3 filters on the above two requirements
4. Using the compositing function, layer two or more videos on top of one another, and change the opacity and the blend mode
5. Place two clips next to one another and use a transition
6. Place text that sais "Bickus, you the man!" over black screen (Your choice of text)
7. Keyframe a video clip to spin in.
8. Keyfram a video clip to go from color to black and white over the course of 7 seconds.
9. Export your video as an h.264 file
Illustrator Tracing demonstration:
How to make your own brushes tutorial video:
Pop Self Portrait Requirements:
* Create two pieces (one focusing on symmetrical composition, the other on asymmetrical composition)
* Focus on color/colorscheme, repetition, composition, contrast,
*Use at least 3 images of yourself in each piece. That is a minimum, more will probably be needed, or created.
* Size could be 8.5" x 11" or 11" x 17". Your choice, vertical or horizontal.
New Tools used:
Smudge, rotation and mirroring, filters, Image>Adjustments
Continue to use:
Move tool, selections, Command keys and hot keys
Artists:
Andy Warhol, WK Interact, Shepard Fairey, David Choe, Ron English
Optical Art Requirements:
Digital
Media First Project
1 piece must include:
11- Atleast one of your optical art pieces
2-
Atleast 4 images from the web (these can be edited further in
Photoshop)
3- Atleast use of 1 filter
4- Atleast use of 1 Layer style
2 Another
piece should show experimentation with selections and fills using selections
(magic wand) and fills such as paint bucket and the gradient tool
Optical Art Tutorials:
2nd Semester: How to turn projects in Video Demo
1-9-14
Environmental
Concept Illustration
Using the basics of Corel Painter and your own unique
perspective on design, you will be creating an Environmental Concept
Illustration piece.
1.
Consider
starting out just sketching some shapes and ideas. Basic shapes and designs.
2.
Start to think about what you are seeing or
intending to draw and begin to refine it.
3.
Try out different brushes and intensity’s of
your brushes for unique looks.
4.
Mess around with layering and collapsing of
layers to promote atmospheric feels to the piece.
5.
Use color and detail to refine your piece.
6.
There is no right or wrong answer to the piece,
experiment and use the assignment as a learning activity. Relax and create something interesting.
11/7/13
Final Cut Quiz Assignment:
Using existing video files, please create a video with/using
the following techniques and tools. This
will be graded on Tuesday.
1.
Combine atleast
two video clips within the video cutting and mixing and matching using your
blade tool
2.
Remove audio from one clip and add audio from another
clip or an mp3
3.
Use atleast 3 effects
4.
Use atleast 2 transitions
5.
Use the transform function and layering to create a
split screen
6.
Slow down one clip to 50%, speed up one clip to 150%,
and reverse one clip
7.
Layer up a clip over another and change the top clips
Compositing blend mode.
8.
Add text in 2 spots to the video
9.
Match one clips color to another clip
10.
Insert a black video clip at one spot
9/18/13
Tutorial if finished with Surrealism piece
http://www.melissaevans.com/tutorials/how-to-use-photoshops-pen-tool
9/9/13
Zombie/Fantasy Portrait requirements
1. Inclusion of atleast 12 textures and/or images.
2. Change of color scheme throughout image to unify the piece
3. Background removed, new one added (your choice)
4. Use of adjustment layers and layer masks.
8/28/13
Self-Collage Assignment Guidelines
<!--[if !supportLists]-->1.
<!--[endif]-->Atleast 10 layers
<!--[if !supportLists]-->2.
<!--[endif]-->Atleast use blending modes once
<!--[if !supportLists]-->3.
<!--[endif]-->Atleast use layer styles once
<!--[if !supportLists]-->4.
<!--[endif]-->Atleast use filters 2 times
<!--[if !supportLists]-->5.
<!--[endif]-->Separate all or majority of images from their
backgrounds
<!--[if !supportLists]-->6.
<!--[endif]-->Use Opacity
<!--[if !supportLists]-->7.
<!--[endif]-->Include text
<!--[if !supportLists]-->8.
<!--[endif]-->Appropriate imagery
Consider placement of images and the overall design of the
piece.
Art 257
Digital Media Mr.
Bickus jbickus@d211.org
847-755-3706
Course Description:
Computer Multimedia will cover the broad spectrum of
computer media design from concept to creation.
Students will complete computer art projects using professional programs
and applications found in the business community. Each student will develop a body of work
consisting of image processing, Multimedia Design, 2-D/3-D animation, and
layout design. Students will gain
insight into computer technology careers and society’s use of computers as a
means of visual communication.
What to expect:
This class is built as an introduction course to industry
standard programs like Photoshop, Illustrator, Final Cut, and Imageready to
name a few. The class will teach the key concepts which are needed to enter the
digital design and graphics studies. We
will look at professional design examples as well as fine artists work who use
computers to create their work. In
addition, critique sessions will be used to discuss our design and concepts.
Mac Lab Rules:
1. No digital devices are to be used in class ( i.e MP3
players, cell phones, etc…)
2. Be sure all
equipment is used properly and any problems are reported immediately.
3. Any equipment you
use/borrow, make sure it gets back in the same condition you checked it out in.
4. No food in the
classroom. Drinks are acceptable as long as they are not spilled. (No drinks/food near computers!!!)
5. Keep your
belongings clear also neither of us trips on them. Some of the aisles are
pretty tight within the classroom.
6. No web surfing at
leisure,
7. You must have
permission to print!
8. Stay at your seats until the bell rings
Due Dates, homework,
and grades:
Due dates for projects will be assigned based on time needed
for completion of projects. Projects are
expected to be turned in on time or be subjected to reduction of one letter
grade per week the project is late.
Extended work time will be on a case by case basis and must be worked
out with me.
Homework assignments will be accepted only up to one day late with a one letter grade reduction
applied to the assignment (Outstanding circumstances aside)
Grades will be based on homework assignments, sketchbook
assignments, any quizzes and tests which are part of the class, daily
participation/work checks, and final project assignments. You will see a grading rubric for most
projects. Grades should be given to
you/posted within a week of the due date/turn in.
Grading scale:
EXCEEDING (4)--
MEETING (3)----
APPROACHING (2)-
STARTING (1)---
FAILING (0)-----
|
Projects and homework: 70%
of quarter grade
Participation and Growth :
30% of quarter grade
Optional supplies:
- Any digital cameras,
camcorders, tripods, etc.. that you wish to purchase and use are helpful
and recommended. You do not have to
purchase these items We also have
items that can be checked out with parent consent.
- One 1 inch 3 ring binder
to keep prints, handouts, artwork etc. inside of. This may be stored in the
classroom. You will need this by
the beginning of the second week on Monday.
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