Learning Guides

Module #1: Elements and Principles of Design 

Learning Goals/Outcomes

Upon completion of this module, you will be able to: Define the elements and principles of design  Evaluate design  Apply technical skills in adobe programs Apply knowledge of elements and principles of design Compose original digital design/photography

Learning Resources

Required Resources Part 1 DIRECTIONS youtube_less is more_step 1 youtube_less is more_step 2 youtube_less is more_Step 3 & 4 youtube_Less is More Proof Page_last step Directions for the Proof page Part 2 Directions Youtube_Unity Design_ Step 1 Directions YouTube_unity Design_Step 2 COlor Youtube_Unity Design_step 3_ pro LOOK HERE TO LEARN ABOUT COLOR Additional Resources Rubric Research collected in a digital sketchbook Class website at http://c-gvat.blogspot.com/p/projects.html

Learning Activities

Activities for This Lesson Research and add slides to your digital sketchbook concerning the elements and principles of design Create designs that explore the elements and principles of design Critique your work and the work of your peers Discussion Questions What are the elements and principles of design?  How can the elements and principles of design improve your art making? What professions would find the elements and principles to be usefull? How can improving your ability to critique your peers and take criticism from your peers in an art class help you succeed in real world situations?

Self-Assessment

Check your understanding Can you define the elements and principles of design?  Can you evaluate your design and the designs of your peers?  Can you create an original design that demonstrates your knowledge of the elements and principles of design using digital tools?

Lesson Evaluation: Graded Assessments

Finished Design  Written Reflection in portfolio Verbal Critique in class or online  Research slides in digital sketchbook

Module #2: Visual Communication

Learning Goals/Outcomes

Upon completion of this module, you will be able to:  Define Visual Communication  Plan a design with intent  Critique and evaluate design Apply technical skills with digital camera, adobe programs and Google apps Compose original digital design/photography

Learning Resources

Required Resources PART 1 PRESENTATION & DIRECTIONS  Technical Tutorials          YouTube_Create outlines Stack Letters          YouTube_Pathfinder Tool to CHOP/SLICE/CUT/DIVIDE          YouTube_Mutate your word with Direct selection tool PART 2 PRESENTATION & DIRECTIONS Technical Tutorial YOUTUBE finishing up  Additional Resources Rubric Research collected in a digital sketchbook Class website at http://c-gvat.blogspot.com/p/projects.html

Learning Activities

Activities for This Lesson Research and add slides to your digital sketchbook concerning visual communication Create designs and take digital photographs that visually communicate a word.  Evaluate and reflect on success and struggles  Critique the work of your peers Discussion Questions What is visual communication, and how do designers/photographers use and manipulate digital imagery and text to create and reinforce meaning?  What design factors influence the effective and intriguing communication of an idea?

Self-Assessment

Check your understanding Can you define visual communication?  Can you evaluate your design and critique the designs of your peers?  Can you articulate your intent? Can you create an original design that demonstrates your knowledge of visual communication using digital tools?

Lesson Evaluation: Graded Assessments

Finished Design  Written Reflection in portfolio Verbal Critique in class or online  Research slides in digital sketchbook