Chapter 2-Expressive Type and Design

Stodgy

Metallic, industrial, metal scraps in disarray...this is what the word "Stodgy means to me." When I enter an atmosphere of
industrialization i feel as though I have entered a cold, gray, open, dull, drab environment and I quickly draw to my appreciation for the richness of color, design and warmth. With industrialization in mind, my creation of the word
"Stodgy" came to life in gray cold metal scraps, just as the word impacts the way I feel.






Crush

Sparks of Passion!

With curvy lines, red as passion, and sparks ignited...so is my inspiration for creating with the word "Crush".





Ornate

Elegance of the early 1800's-1900's....the very image of Ornate. Parasols, Fancy attire, horse drawn carriages, a life full of richness and architectural decor....this was my inspiration to create the word "Ornate". I wanted to create in this word, the feel of a Monet. His paintings capture the essence of this era and bring to life the elegance of the rich colorful feel of its time.

I used elegant font, to capture the beauty of the word and the red sketchy shadow mimic a Monet.


Sludge

A slippery, drippy, brown and black substance...the essence of "Sludge". That was my inspiration behind the meaning of the word as I created it to capture the emotion of what this word meant to me. The sketches at the bottom of the word imply puddles of sludge that have dripped off as sludge is an oozing substance. The shadows of black indicate mud or an oily black substance running together with the brown goo. The font of the word enhances the creepiness of the sludge embedding that particular feeling of filth.

Graphic Design For Computer Applications Orientation Quiz

A. What is something that is going well in your life? Something that is going well in my life is the ability to further my education in order to improve the quality of my life. I really enjoy the process of learning. Being a mom and a wife...furthering my education has been a long overdue.

B. What are your specific goals for this class? My specific goals for this class are to learn to integrate graphic design tools into personal and professional use with ease.

C. What was your first experience with design, computers and
imaging technology like? My first experience with "design" was with layouts of Kitchens and Bathrooms directly related to a work situation of design and sales along with an array of interior decorating ( another passion of mine). This included using a computer for software integrated design to aid in drafting layouts for the use of design and purchase. Imaging was used directly to design and improve decorative and architectural layouts. So my first experience with computers, imaging and design was closely related with my passions for graphic design and the interior decorator inside of me.

D. Do you usually work on a Mac or a PC and why ?. I usually work on a PC...with no particular reason other than I have not intentionally purchased or have had experience on a Mac. To my knowledge...PC is more compatible with most programs and therefore easier to use. But that is speaking directly in relation to no experience whatsoever with a Mac.

E. What is your experience level with any of the other image editing
or vector programs available? Very limited...unfortunately. Experience is limited to basic PC software programs such as ...imaging editing software that comes with Digital Cameras, Adobe Photoshop ( very limited), and basic paint shop type programs.

F. What is something you liked about your day today? I liked that I spent quality time with my 14yr old daughter at Highliner coffee shop today just chatting and having an Italian Soda.

G. How do you plan to use what you learn in this class? I plan to use what I learn in this class as a leaping start into a new career. The tools I will take from here will boost my knowledge of Graphic Design into a life long skill.

H. What would make this class go very well for you? Fluent communication with the instructor and the ability to be able to ask any question no matter how small or stupid ( LOL) it may be.

I. How do you plan to make this class go very ell for you? Constant attention, communicating with the instructor, staying involved in the course and materials.

J. What do you do for creativity on an on‐going basis? Hmmm...well...I like to scrapbook, make home movies, read, and I home school my 14 yr old daughter and that brings out a lot of creativity at home.

K. Who is Milton Glaser? Paul Bass?
Milton Glaser is a Designer and an Educator of how Design and Life are integrated.
Paul Bass...a journalist whom created a web based non-profit way of journalism.

L. Do you own or have access to a color image scanner? Yes I do...and I use it often.

M. What software application will you be using for the course? Well..I was intrigued by GIMP...so I will be giving that a try...but overall I will be using Adobe Photoshop CS 4