IB Graphic Design Art Journal entry
(Recommended working time: 4hrs.)
In this assignment students will:
- Examine and evaluate graphic design application based on the elements and principles of design as well as the principles of gestalt
- Learn basic computer file management and the use of design applications.
- Apply their newly acquired knowledge of graphic design to the production of advertising
posters for an on campus production.
Visual Art Journals: (1-4 pgs.)
- Title the first page and number all pages consecutively in the top right-hand corner.
- List, define, and illustrate the Principles of Art and Design. Pay especially close attention to Balance, Emphasis, Unity and Variety but make sure you have a strong understanding of how all of them may be applied to graphic design.
- List, define, illustrate, and provide a brief historical summary of the Gestalt Principles. Ensure you have a strong understanding of their practical uses in graphic design and their purpose.
- Use the Principles of Art and Design and the Gestalt Principles to critically evaluate at least two print advertisements (examples may be illustrated in the workbook). This evaluation should be based on your research into Gestalt and the Principles of Art and Design.
- Remember to cite your sources as we did in the theme declaration assignment.
Studio Work: (Playbill)
- Complete the project as shown on the IB Graphic Design Studio Work page.
Reflection:
- Complete A Project Reflection for your IB Graphic Design project once the Studio Work is complete.
Assessment: Students may show their work for critique and submit their sketchbooks for evaluation.
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