For this assignment, you will design an image that correlates to an aspect or theme related to your field of study or area of interest. You will be required to upload 3 files:

1. A .psd file you create in Photoshop (this is the original file showing all of the different layers)
2. A .jpg file you create in Photoshop (this is the image created from the Photoshop project)
3. A Microsoft Word file explaining your image choice, project rationale, significance, and your design process.

Step 1

Your image dimensions/size should be at least 800X600 pixels. You can go higher if you want.

Step 2

The goal of the project is to help you practice and develop your design skills and technical Photoshop skills. It is also designed to provide you with a portfolio item you can use professionally.

SUBMISSION AND GRADING

Submit the following:

  1. A .psd file you create in Photoshop (this is the original file showing all of the different layers)
    A .jpg file you create in Photoshop (this is the image created from the Photoshop project)
    3. A Microsoft Word file explaining your image choice, project rationale, significance, and your design process.

READINGS

This week’s readings and lectures will prepare you to use Photoshop.

  1. Basic design principles: (Links to an external site.)Retrieved from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Visual_design_elements_and_principles
  2. Design process: (Links to an external site.)Retrieved from https://stopdesign.com/archive/2003/06/02/design-process.html
  3. Intermediate Photoshop tutorial: (Links to an external site.)Retrieved from http://www.psdeluxe.com/articles/tutorials-showcase/best-photoshop-tutorials-stunning-photo-effects/
  4. Advanced Photoshop Tutorial: (Links to an external site.)Retrieved from https://speckyboy.com/photoshop-tutorials/

VIDEOS

  1. Layering: (Links to an external site.)Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F4EooYoYYTQ&feature=player_embedded
  2. Blending(Links to an external site.):  (Links to an external site.)Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=60Ear0ick0I&feature=player_embedded
  3. Removing Unwanted Elements: (Links to an external site.)Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WcJbN8CA49c
  4. Photoshop Overview: (Links to an external site.)Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dy2d4H3VHew&feature=youtu.be