Hey guys,
I just heard from Ben and it sounds like we are going to get a extra couple of days before we have to present out booklets/mock ups of the Torch. We won't be having critique on Monday. It might be pushed to Wed or Friday. I would still like to have a working book by Monday...with only little tweaks to go. Keep working and remember that those spreads are just as important as the cover.
Friday is a work day. Use it to its fullest extent. I'll get paper in there asap and it will be in the closet.
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Monday, February 23, 2009
GRADING SCALE
Hey guys,
I just wanted to let you know that I realized that my grading scale in the syllabus is screwed up. I adhere to the Union standard scale which is as follows:
GRADING
All assignments will be assessed on a 100 pt scale. Grade equivalents are established via school catalogue and are as follows:
95 to 100 A
94 to 85 B
84 to 75 C
74 to 65 D
65 to 0 F
Sorry for any confusion...remember this blog also acts in conjunction with the syllabus.
I just wanted to let you know that I realized that my grading scale in the syllabus is screwed up. I adhere to the Union standard scale which is as follows:
GRADING
All assignments will be assessed on a 100 pt scale. Grade equivalents are established via school catalogue and are as follows:
95 to 100 A
94 to 85 B
84 to 75 C
74 to 65 D
65 to 0 F
Sorry for any confusion...remember this blog also acts in conjunction with the syllabus.
Career Services...Check this out...
DMS / Graphic Design - Looking for a job when you get done with college?
Tuesday, February 24, 4:30-5:30 PM
Location: Career Services Conference Room
Looking to discover how to create a polished resume for a position in the field of Digital Media Studies? Interested in exploring what career opportunities are open to someone with this degree? Allow the Career Services team to give you the skills to build a successful future!
Tuesday, February 24, 4:30-5:30 PM
Location: Career Services Conference Room
Looking to discover how to create a polished resume for a position in the field of Digital Media Studies? Interested in exploring what career opportunities are open to someone with this degree? Allow the Career Services team to give you the skills to build a successful future!
ASSIGNMENT 6 - Wed. Feb. 25
Start putting your best concepts into digital format for Wednesday. If you are not caught up on your sketchbooks please catch these up. I will be checking for appropriate amounts and this will be counted into your final grade for the project. It's easier to do this on the front end then the back end...trust me.
I would also like you to pull content from the Torch's website. Please pick some photos off of uu.edu/photos - search art / look for artwork type of photos and or take some screens shot of the actual photos from the Torches in previous years.
http://www.uu.edu/org/torch/ - here is the link for the torch editions. I would stick to something from either 2005 up. Copy and paste the copy.
Here are the specifics of what you need to be included in your layouts. 16 page booklet total - this includes the table of contents and front cover.
You need:
1. COVER
2. TABLE OF CONTENTS
3. EDITORS AND OR POEM
4 / 5. Spread
6 / 7. Spread
8 / 9. Spread
9 / 10. Spread
11 / 12. Spread
13 / 14. Spread
15. text and or photo or bios
16. Back COVER
-Need to have appropriate amount of information per spread. Needs to be healthy balance of horizontal and vertical artwork paired with equal amounts of poem and short story. Remember if you have a consistent grid...these spreads are just plugging in information.
Please come to class prepped for a work day!
I would also like you to pull content from the Torch's website. Please pick some photos off of uu.edu/photos - search art / look for artwork type of photos and or take some screens shot of the actual photos from the Torches in previous years.
http://www.uu.edu/org/torch/ - here is the link for the torch editions. I would stick to something from either 2005 up. Copy and paste the copy.
Here are the specifics of what you need to be included in your layouts. 16 page booklet total - this includes the table of contents and front cover.
You need:
1. COVER
2. TABLE OF CONTENTS
3. EDITORS AND OR POEM
4 / 5. Spread
6 / 7. Spread
8 / 9. Spread
9 / 10. Spread
11 / 12. Spread
13 / 14. Spread
15. text and or photo or bios
16. Back COVER
-Need to have appropriate amount of information per spread. Needs to be healthy balance of horizontal and vertical artwork paired with equal amounts of poem and short story. Remember if you have a consistent grid...these spreads are just plugging in information.
Please come to class prepped for a work day!
Friday, February 20, 2009
Torch Specifics
Hi Guys,
I just figured I would give the specifics of the job direct from the horses mouth. This is what the job will eventually look like...your mock up however is different.
Specifics of your mock up Torch
-8.5 x 8.5 finished size
-4 color (if choose)
-saddle stitched / bound with cover
-Due Monday, March 2nd at 8 am for critique (not required to be under glass)
Specifics of actual job as quoted by Golden Circle
Book: 24 pages plus cover 8.5 x 8.5 finished size
Text: 80# gloss text / 2 flats process over black
Cover: 80# gloss cover / 4-color process over black ink
Balance: All black ink
Saddle Stitched / Camera Readon on Disk
Quantity: 1,000
Price: $2,400 (aka great job to have in your portfolio to say that you did:)
I just figured I would give the specifics of the job direct from the horses mouth. This is what the job will eventually look like...your mock up however is different.
Specifics of your mock up Torch
-8.5 x 8.5 finished size
-4 color (if choose)
-saddle stitched / bound with cover
-Due Monday, March 2nd at 8 am for critique (not required to be under glass)
Specifics of actual job as quoted by Golden Circle
Book: 24 pages plus cover 8.5 x 8.5 finished size
Text: 80# gloss text / 2 flats process over black
Cover: 80# gloss cover / 4-color process over black ink
Balance: All black ink
Saddle Stitched / Camera Readon on Disk
Quantity: 1,000
Price: $2,400 (aka great job to have in your portfolio to say that you did:)
ASSIGNMENT 5 - Mon, Feb. 23
Sketchbook ASSIGNMENT:
10 pages in the sketchbook of as many thumbnails / mockups that fit on your page. Each of these need to explore a different theme for cover and layout / these need to be cohesive throughout. I'm looking for exploration. Please make sure you do these initial assignments - they are crucial for your development of the project and will be counted into your final grade (so whether or not you made deadline with the sketches assigned will matter in the final outcome...I won't say anything specific in class because you are adults and know that with every action (or inaction) there is an equal and opposite reaction.
Also start translating some of these ideas / grids layouts onto the computer. They do not have to printed out just yet but they do have to be in working order. Be prepared to work in class on Monday.
Professor Eckley
10 pages in the sketchbook of as many thumbnails / mockups that fit on your page. Each of these need to explore a different theme for cover and layout / these need to be cohesive throughout. I'm looking for exploration. Please make sure you do these initial assignments - they are crucial for your development of the project and will be counted into your final grade (so whether or not you made deadline with the sketches assigned will matter in the final outcome...I won't say anything specific in class because you are adults and know that with every action (or inaction) there is an equal and opposite reaction.
Also start translating some of these ideas / grids layouts onto the computer. They do not have to printed out just yet but they do have to be in working order. Be prepared to work in class on Monday.
Professor Eckley
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
ASSIGNMENT 4 - Fri. Feb. 20
SKETCHBOOK ASSIGNMENT:
5 versions of each of the 6 girds discussed in class = 30 total grids
These need to be completed on 8.5x11 format / printed in black and white and stapled into your sketchbook. The grids need to be visible so please trace over them in line format 1 pt. stroke in InDesign. When you make a modular grid and or hierachial grid please use the box format and not the line.
These grids need to be based on some sort of inspired object to see some standard on the grid (ex. my modules on this modular grid were established by the size of a quarter.) Each grid needs to be labeled with what its source of inspiration harkens back to. If you have a photo or something specific that this grid subscribes to that can be placed in the sketchbook please paste it in.
Also be sure to start collecting / researching literary magazines. Please have examples of these ready / pasted into sketchbook or citable in class. These collections can also be sketches of layout that you find interesting in them. If you are running dry on places to look check out AIGA's website. Start thinking about what you could accomplish with the Torch. Old editions are available in the resource room in the art department. Remember those old editions are not pretty...your job is to make the text and image sing. Start thinking about what kind of layout / grid might be able to best accomplish that marriage.
Professor Eckley
5 versions of each of the 6 girds discussed in class = 30 total grids
These need to be completed on 8.5x11 format / printed in black and white and stapled into your sketchbook. The grids need to be visible so please trace over them in line format 1 pt. stroke in InDesign. When you make a modular grid and or hierachial grid please use the box format and not the line.
These grids need to be based on some sort of inspired object to see some standard on the grid (ex. my modules on this modular grid were established by the size of a quarter.) Each grid needs to be labeled with what its source of inspiration harkens back to. If you have a photo or something specific that this grid subscribes to that can be placed in the sketchbook please paste it in.
Also be sure to start collecting / researching literary magazines. Please have examples of these ready / pasted into sketchbook or citable in class. These collections can also be sketches of layout that you find interesting in them. If you are running dry on places to look check out AIGA's website. Start thinking about what you could accomplish with the Torch. Old editions are available in the resource room in the art department. Remember those old editions are not pretty...your job is to make the text and image sing. Start thinking about what kind of layout / grid might be able to best accomplish that marriage.
Professor Eckley
Monday, February 16, 2009
Career Services...Your Friends
Hey guys...
Here is an update from the Career Services Department. I suggest that you make friends with these people. They can get you hooked up in bigger and better ways than just you alone facing the real world. If you get a chance please make an effort to think about attending one of these events.
Career Services News At a Glance
1 - Resume Writing & Interviewing Skills Workshop! - February 16
2 - Résumé In A Day - February 19
3 - Getting the most from the Job Fair: Job Fair Tips Walk-in Assistance - February 23
4 - DMS Seminar - February 24
5 - Thinking Outside the Box: A Career Outside My Major...Is It Possible? - February 26
6 - Student Teacher Seminar - February 26
Job Market 2009
All Union students seeking quality internships and full-time employment leading to career development and advancement are encouraged to attend the Job Market 2009. This is a FREE event to all students.
Date: The Job Market 2009 will be held Thursday, March 5th
Time: 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.; Rising Stars Reception begins at 8:30 a.m.
Location: Lambuth University
For important information on upcoming workshops to prepare you for the Job Market 2009, please visit the Career Services calendar of events located at
http://www.uu.edu/studentservices/careerservices/calendarofevents.htm. For more details on participating companies, Visit http://www.tjmfair.com!
Also, to pre-register to attend the Job Market 2009, simply contact Career Services at 661.5421 or stop by the department which is located on the west end of Penick. We look forward to seeing you!
Here is an update from the Career Services Department. I suggest that you make friends with these people. They can get you hooked up in bigger and better ways than just you alone facing the real world. If you get a chance please make an effort to think about attending one of these events.
Career Services News At a Glance
1 - Resume Writing & Interviewing Skills Workshop! - February 16
2 - Résumé In A Day - February 19
3 - Getting the most from the Job Fair: Job Fair Tips Walk-in Assistance - February 23
4 - DMS Seminar - February 24
5 - Thinking Outside the Box: A Career Outside My Major...Is It Possible? - February 26
6 - Student Teacher Seminar - February 26
Job Market 2009
All Union students seeking quality internships and full-time employment leading to career development and advancement are encouraged to attend the Job Market 2009. This is a FREE event to all students.
Date: The Job Market 2009 will be held Thursday, March 5th
Time: 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.; Rising Stars Reception begins at 8:30 a.m.
Location: Lambuth University
For important information on upcoming workshops to prepare you for the Job Market 2009, please visit the Career Services calendar of events located at
http://www.uu.edu/studentservices/careerservices/calendarofevents.htm. For more details on participating companies, Visit http://www.tjmfair.com!
Also, to pre-register to attend the Job Market 2009, simply contact Career Services at 661.5421 or stop by the department which is located on the west end of Penick. We look forward to seeing you!
The Day After Critique....
Don't forget to bring in your work framed with black background on Wed. Also if you have push pins as well. I'll bring my level and we will hang this work up to show off for the young-ins.
Your assignment for the night is...(drum roll please)
to catch up on some sleep you might not have gotten over the weekend. I'll see you on Wed.
Professor Eckley
Your assignment for the night is...(drum roll please)
to catch up on some sleep you might not have gotten over the weekend. I'll see you on Wed.
Professor Eckley
Friday, February 13, 2009
CRITIQUE
Don't forget your 500 word summary of choices that you made in your work. This includes possible placement of ads and where they might function. What publications, what demographic, etc? All these things need to be included in the summary. Please make sure that you presentation of yourself and your work is as accurate and professional as possible. Please no computer only work. Everything must be in a printed format of some sort.
If you have any additional questions...please feel free to e-mail me.
Professor Eckley
If you have any additional questions...please feel free to e-mail me.
Professor Eckley
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
DEADLINES...Oh, My.
The deadline to submit an application for an Undergraduate Research Grant is Friday, February 13. Go to http://www.uu.edu/programs/urp/ for more information and to obtain an application.
The website for submitting abstracts for the Union University Scholarship Symposium is now live at https://www.uu.edu/events/uuss/call/ The deadline for submitting abstracts is March 23.
You might be asking...what can I do as a designer for this? There's a lot actually. We'll talk about it in class.
Prof. Eckley
The website for submitting abstracts for the Union University Scholarship Symposium is now live at https://www.uu.edu/events/uuss/call/ The deadline for submitting abstracts is March 23.
You might be asking...what can I do as a designer for this? There's a lot actually. We'll talk about it in class.
Prof. Eckley
ASSIGNMENT 3 - Fri. Feb. 13
The assignment for Freaky Friday the 13th is not go watch a horror movie...but could be advised while doing your research for your PSA project. Make sure that you put that research into your sketchbook. Also be prepared for class with progress on your campaign for Friday. Friday will mainly be a work day with individual in-process discussions with the prof. Monday is coming soon so be sure to make the most of your time in the lab.
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
Internship List
Hey guys,
Here is a good site to check out for internships on a national scene. Lists them from A-Z. There's a lot out there...take a look where you could be at for the summer.
http://www.allgraphicdesign.com/graphicdesigninternships.html
Prof. Eckley
Here is a good site to check out for internships on a national scene. Lists them from A-Z. There's a lot out there...take a look where you could be at for the summer.
http://www.allgraphicdesign.com/graphicdesigninternships.html
Prof. Eckley
Monday, February 9, 2009
PSA CAMPAIGN - PROJECT 1
Due: Mon. Feb. 16 at 8 am
PSA Campaign_Please choose a topic / cause that you are passionate about and create a slogan / campaign that stretches across several mediums. Please give examples of this concept in cross media formats (such as newspaper, point of display, magazine, posters, give-away materials). Have these examples mounted under glass and ready to present on Monday.
Due Wed. Feb 11
25 thumbnails / Please complete these in your sketchbook. No standardized format required. Be ready to discuss ideas and concepts for the project in class. Please come prepared to work and research on Wed.
SKETCHBOOK ASSIGNMENT: Please go back to the paint section and choose colors that might be associated with the cause / topic and explain why.
Professor Eckley
PSA Campaign_Please choose a topic / cause that you are passionate about and create a slogan / campaign that stretches across several mediums. Please give examples of this concept in cross media formats (such as newspaper, point of display, magazine, posters, give-away materials). Have these examples mounted under glass and ready to present on Monday.
Due Wed. Feb 11
25 thumbnails / Please complete these in your sketchbook. No standardized format required. Be ready to discuss ideas and concepts for the project in class. Please come prepared to work and research on Wed.
SKETCHBOOK ASSIGNMENT: Please go back to the paint section and choose colors that might be associated with the cause / topic and explain why.
Professor Eckley
Friday, February 6, 2009
ASSIGNMENT 2 - Mon, 9th
ASSIGNMENT / Enjoy the weekend:)
SKETCHBOOK / Go to paint section of the store and pick out paint swatches that you are drawn to. Paste them into your sketchbook and write beside them why these are attractive.
SKETCHBOOK / Go to paint section of the store and pick out paint swatches that you are drawn to. Paste them into your sketchbook and write beside them why these are attractive.
Thursday, February 5, 2009
FYI Sketchbooks
Just an FYI...I've been informed by your classmates that Hobby Lobby and Books a Million seem to be out of the 8.5x11 sketchboooks. Please go the next size up which I believe is 11x14 so you can easily fit your 8.5x11 printed pages easily. Thanks.
Professor Eckley
Professor Eckley
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
ASSIGNMENT 1 - Friday, Feb. 6
Must bring to class one sketchbook / 8.5x11 / hard bound / black or blue / roughly 170ish pages. Can be found at Books-A-Million and or Hobby Lobby. Also bring to class your portfolio work, as is, whether this is printed materials in a actual portfolio or a digital display of work.
SKETCHBOOK ASSIGNMENT: Make a map of your daily commute - this could be an all day exercise or just one journey. The map could be that of sounds, textures, elements, landscapes, photos, etc. Must be readable with a legend and using the discussions of SHE that were discussed in first class. Have this ready to go, first thing on Friday.
SKETCHBOOK ASSIGNMENT: Make a map of your daily commute - this could be an all day exercise or just one journey. The map could be that of sounds, textures, elements, landscapes, photos, etc. Must be readable with a legend and using the discussions of SHE that were discussed in first class. Have this ready to go, first thing on Friday.
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