Course Outline, Student Responsibilities, Grading Policy

Click here to see your first assignment.

click here for the Pictograph

assignment. In this assignment you will how immediate, practical communication
is the primary function of a road sign. With this in mind
graphically depict the subject indicated for each of the road signs on
the assignment sheet.
Execute each solution as a finished piece in black; if the concept dictates
use of an additional color is permissible.
This assignment is a vehicle for simplicity and personalization.

Read about the symbols.

Click here for the instructions.
Use this sheet to analzye an ad using the
terms and definitions we have discussed in class.
Be sure to FULLY describe the ad and answer all questions.


Use these instructions to learn how to type on a path.
Be SURE the type on the bottom is facing the correct direction!



Try Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator for thirty days.
Adobe lets you try out Illustrator on your home computer for thirty days.

The BEST tutorial site for Illustrator and Photoshop
Here you will find some amazing tutorials and lessons for both Illustrator and Photoshop. You can print the lessons and begin to make your own book.


Using Blends
This is a cool lesson on creating a 3D drinking glass using blends.


    • click here for the instructions for the Quote Project. Use these instructions to complete the Quote Me Project.
     Find a quote from www.brainyquote.com or any other site you may find. Begin here and copy a quote which reflects your life philosophy or point of view. The quote must reflect your beliefs, dreams, ambitions, hopes or aspirations. You will use the quote in Adobe Illustrator. This will become one component of your business card.

    Paintbrush

    Use this lesson to complete the image of the paintbrush.
    You will learn the basics of creating shapes
    and using the reshape tool.



    Click here to get the information to complete your

    business card design.