Portfolio

This assignment I found Photoshop so easy to use, maybe it's all the time spent trying to learn the program.  So with my final design basically reflected my original sketch.  I went for a dark green background because my work is often more dark than bright.  I wanted to incorporate a design on the homepage along with personal/bio info.  I thought it would be good to include a pic of myself....I saw that several others had decided to do this too.  The background was the same for both pages.  I used white lettering to stand out against the darker background.  I changed the color of the background to green and resized my work to fit the portfolio.  I also used the hue and saturation to adjust my photo. I also added the copyright because I saw that on many artists sites. Great class but what a pain learning new software lol!!!

Portfolio Sketches

I am developing a portfolio to display the designs I have created for this course.  I will be including a header with a logo and navigation buttons.  I want to use a cool background color that will not distract from the design work.  I was thinking of a green shade that is not too cool because my designs are darker in nature.  I will use the same color for the webpages.  I want to display my best design on the homepage and include information about myself and my creative process.  The next page would display my other designs.  If the viewer hovers over the design it will show the explanation of the design and what it was created for. 

Ecard Final....Finally

I used several different aspects of Photoshop to create my e-card.  I based my card on recycle, reduce, reuse.  I wanted to incorporate the green arrows that are reflective of recycling and did that on the inside of the card.  The black and green was a bit drab so I cropped and added the blue symbols.  I needed to crop and adjust the hue and saturation of the landfill photo.  I also added the text and used black to make it stand out more in such a busy background.  The back of the card is where I used text and the earth to convey the message.  I did use the blur effect to make the earth stand out more.  I really wanted to do more of a ray effect off the earth, but still learning.  So here is my e-card!!
Back cover

 Middle of card

Front of e-card

 

References:

 

Recycling Symbols. Retrieved from: www.earthodysseey.com

 

Veterinary Jewelry: Retrieved from: www.skystoneandsilver.com

 

Keep America Beautiful. Recycling Facts and Stats.  Retrieved from: http://www.kab.org/site/PageServer?pagename=recycling_facts_and_stats

 

Fashion Landfills by Adriana Sassoon. Retrieved from: http://adrianasassoon.wordpress.com/2009/10/12/fashion-landfills/fashion-landfills-1/



E-Card sketches

Here are my two designs for my e-card.  It is going to be based the reduce, reuse, and recycle emblem made of the three thick green arrows.  Since people are familiar with the sign I wanted to use it in my design.  I also wanted to incorporate a beautiful picture to represent what the world could look like if everyone recycled.  The one design includes a photo of a landfill and how dirty it is.  On the back cover there would be beautiful scenic forest or field.  In the second sketch I focused more on the positives including a beautiful vibrant pic of the earth and a pic of a family recycling together.  As you can see from arrows I think I may want to put the earth on the back cover.  I think it would be a great back together with the tag 'Lets keep the world sparkling." In both sketches I want to use some information and facts in regards to recycling and reusing and the effect it has on the environment.  The font will be something bold in print but unsure of the color until I select all my photos.  Thanks for any input!!

Book cover

References:

Ragtime Piano by Royalty Free Kings.  Retrieved from: http://i1.sndcdn.com/artworks-000011891154-m6prdp-crop.jpg?ca77017

Jellyroll Morton.  Retrieved from: http://userserve-ak.last.fm/serve/252/69227358.png

This project was much more difficult for me than the previous ones.  It was important to adhere to the required measurements and took some time.  I wanted to use the face of the artist to reach people who may already be fans.  I used only his first name as the title to entice possible buyers. I did not want the cover to be too dull with just a black and white photo so I added the Father of Jazz.  As Jellyroll Morton proclaimed that he was. I did need to crop the photo of the artist. I added text in different fonts and colors to make the cover more interesting.  I did the same with the spine and the back.  I kept the photo of the piano in color so the book wouldn't be dull, but I am second guessing that choice and maybe should have went B&W.  The piano photo needed to be cropped and resized.  I included some information about myself, the author, on the back of the book. 

Bookcover sketches

I selected Jelly Roll Morton as my book cover.  He was the self proclaimed founder of jazz however there is plenty of proof to show otherwise.  He started working by playing piano in brothels before forming a group and touring in the early 1900's.  The name Jelly Roll at the time was actually a derogatory term for a black women's genitalia....quite an odd name to take during the time but it reflected the vulgar lyrics he created.  Eventually he was stabbed and was not treated immediately based on his race.  He died from his stab wounds.  I wanted to pick a musician with some shadiness and a checkered past to create a buzz as many other authors do. 

Final Awareness

Here is my final awareness poster.  I used parts from both of my homeless youth sketches.  I layered two photos to make a statement.  Both pictures were in color and I changed them to black and white for a more sad effect.  I tried to blur tool to make the poster look as if it is one photo.  It didn't work quite as well as I wanted, will be something I will have to work on. I also used the eraser to get rid of extra background from the girl photo.  I added two different text layers using the text box.  I used colors that I thought would grab the viewers attention.  The website is fictional. 

Photos:
Hearts & Hands.  Retrieved from: heartsandhandsgroup.blogspot.com
Homeless Shopping cart stock photo.  Retrieved from: www.dreamstime.com

Awareness

I am looking base my awareness poster on either the cancer rate in my county or the number of homeless children.  This came from recent articles I have read in the local newspaper.  One concept is showing the comparison between a healthy lung and a cancerous one.  For the homeless children poster I wanted to include things that people associate with homelessness.  The one includes a shopping cart filledw ith belongings.  There is a child pushing it to show that the child is the homeless person.  In the second sketch I have the child sitting on the street, crying, next to a cardboard box.  The cardboard box being the "home" of the child and family.  Any input would be great Thanks!

Final Rocksolid Poster

My poster was designed to represent a heavy rock and roll band.  I tried to focus on imagery that many associate with rock and roll. I used the background as the main stage with gear set up, including the drum kit, guitar, and keyboard.  I added several layers including the skulls and flying guitar.  The skulls in red draws in attention.  I also decided to use the font for the information in red to grab the attention of the veiwer.  I used the the stone textured background behind the band name and information.  This help represent the band name of rocksolid.  This poster conveys that the music is going to be hardcore and rock related.  The lack of band members leaves a bit of intrigue to what the members may look like while performing.  It can influence the curious to see the show.  The poster is suppose to have an hard edge to represent the band.

References:

Stage Concert Flood Light.  Retrieved from: www.flickr.com

River of skulls. (2008). Retrieved from: http://artpredator.wordpress.com/2008/11/01/river-of-skulls-the-perfect-wine-for-halloween-dia-de-los-muertos/

Deke McClelland. (2012). Photoshop CS6 One-on-One: Fundamentals. Retrieved from: http://www.lynda.com/Photoshop-tutorials/Photoshop-CS6-One-One-Fundamentals/97713-2.html

Kristine McKay. Retrieved from: http://www.kmckaydesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/08/rock-n-roll.jpg

Poster sketches

I am basing my poster on a rock band that plays heavy music.  I worked on some different fonts for band name.  I wanted a few different concepts to think over.  One being the faces of the band members, very recognizable to fans.  The next the devil horns which is a sign of rock music.  Surrounding this are others symbols representing the music, the guitar, the drums.  The third is a more simple concept that would attract many.  It is the band logo with a scantily clad woman on top of it.  Many rock bands have used sex appeal to sell their music through album covers and videos.  Any input would be appreciated.  Thanks.

Newbie

This is my first post on any type of blog.  It is interesting to say the least.  I have copied everyone's url but can't seem to connect with everyone's blog.  Anyone else having this same problem??