Graphic Design
Course Description:
Graphic Design is defined as “image, color and text used to convey a message.” In this course students will be exploring the ever-expanding world of graphic design. Today, this includes everything from magazine layout to web design. Throughout this course, students will explore creative processes of modern graphic design. Students will be working with advanced computer programs that our professional graphic designers are currently using such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. Projects may include but are not limited to logo designs, CD covers, t-shirt designs, posters, magazine advertisements, and package designs. Overall, students will gain skills in color selection, formatting, layout, self-discipline, creative thinking, idea generation and execution.
Rules & Expectations:
1. I will have required materials and be in my assigned seat when the bell rings.
2. I will respect people by treating them the way I would have them treat me.
3. I will respect the furnishings and art materials of the room by using only what I need and returning tools to their proper place.
4. I will stay on task during all work times!
5. I will leave headphones, cell phone, pop, food, and candy outside the art room.
6. I will only leave class when the room is clean and the teacher dismisses me.
Correcting Irresponsible or Inappropriate Behaviors:
1. Verbal reminder of the rule.
2. Meet with teacher after class – kept in class for one minute after the bell.
3. Parent is contacted and student is assigned a cleaning job (during lunch or after school).
4. Detention
* The level of consequence may depend on the severity of the disruption.
Materials Required:
1 notebook or sketchbook
Disclaimer: If you have any questions regarding any materials used in class, please contact the teacher.
Evaluation:
Participation: 5%
Tests/Quizzes: 10%
Assignments/Major Projects: 85%
Grading Scale:
A 93-100 C 70-75
A- 90-92 C- 68-69
B+ 87-89 D+ 66-67
B 80-86 D 64-65
B- 78-79 D- 60-63
C+ 76-77
Assignments & Projects:
Each assignment or project will be given a point value. For every major art project, you be given a self/teacher evaluation form that you must fill out and turn in with your project to receive full credit. The evaluation will consist of four areas that will include: Meeting the Requirements, Craftsmanship/Neatness, Creativity/Design, and Reflection.
Any assignment considered late will lose 10% of its point value each day until it is worth 50%. In some cases, an extension may be granted with prior approval of the instructor.
You will each create your own portfolio to store your work in progress. Your portfolios are to be stored in the designated drawer for you class. There is also a designated place labeled with your class name where you are to hand in your assignments. When I hand them back, you should look over your evaluation/grade. If there are questions about your grade, please see me.
When absent:
You are responsible for all material of the lesson that you missed. When you are absent, please check with your instructor or another student for assignments and other information that may have been covered the day you were gone.
Instructor Comments:
Use your time wisely! Most assignments and activities are completed in class. I am looking forward to working with you. We are going to have a very exciting and successful year.
Dear Parent or Guardian:
Please review the following material with your young person and sign below. If you have any questions regarding the class or progress of you child at any time, please feel free to visit me, call me at 612-4189, or email me at
[email protected]
Thank you!
Mrs. Kotsmith
Parent/Guardian: My child has discussed the information, expectations of this class, and the honor code with me.
Parent Signature
________________________________________________________
Student: I have read and understand the information and expectations of this classroom and will try my best to honor them.
Student Signature
________________________________________________________
Graphic Design is defined as “image, color and text used to convey a message.” In this course students will be exploring the ever-expanding world of graphic design. Today, this includes everything from magazine layout to web design. Throughout this course, students will explore creative processes of modern graphic design. Students will be working with advanced computer programs that our professional graphic designers are currently using such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. Projects may include but are not limited to logo designs, CD covers, t-shirt designs, posters, magazine advertisements, and package designs. Overall, students will gain skills in color selection, formatting, layout, self-discipline, creative thinking, idea generation and execution.
Rules & Expectations:
1. I will have required materials and be in my assigned seat when the bell rings.
2. I will respect people by treating them the way I would have them treat me.
3. I will respect the furnishings and art materials of the room by using only what I need and returning tools to their proper place.
4. I will stay on task during all work times!
5. I will leave headphones, cell phone, pop, food, and candy outside the art room.
6. I will only leave class when the room is clean and the teacher dismisses me.
Correcting Irresponsible or Inappropriate Behaviors:
1. Verbal reminder of the rule.
2. Meet with teacher after class – kept in class for one minute after the bell.
3. Parent is contacted and student is assigned a cleaning job (during lunch or after school).
4. Detention
* The level of consequence may depend on the severity of the disruption.
Materials Required:
1 notebook or sketchbook
Disclaimer: If you have any questions regarding any materials used in class, please contact the teacher.
Evaluation:
Participation: 5%
Tests/Quizzes: 10%
Assignments/Major Projects: 85%
Grading Scale:
A 93-100 C 70-75
A- 90-92 C- 68-69
B+ 87-89 D+ 66-67
B 80-86 D 64-65
B- 78-79 D- 60-63
C+ 76-77
Assignments & Projects:
Each assignment or project will be given a point value. For every major art project, you be given a self/teacher evaluation form that you must fill out and turn in with your project to receive full credit. The evaluation will consist of four areas that will include: Meeting the Requirements, Craftsmanship/Neatness, Creativity/Design, and Reflection.
Any assignment considered late will lose 10% of its point value each day until it is worth 50%. In some cases, an extension may be granted with prior approval of the instructor.
You will each create your own portfolio to store your work in progress. Your portfolios are to be stored in the designated drawer for you class. There is also a designated place labeled with your class name where you are to hand in your assignments. When I hand them back, you should look over your evaluation/grade. If there are questions about your grade, please see me.
When absent:
You are responsible for all material of the lesson that you missed. When you are absent, please check with your instructor or another student for assignments and other information that may have been covered the day you were gone.
Instructor Comments:
Use your time wisely! Most assignments and activities are completed in class. I am looking forward to working with you. We are going to have a very exciting and successful year.
Dear Parent or Guardian:
Please review the following material with your young person and sign below. If you have any questions regarding the class or progress of you child at any time, please feel free to visit me, call me at 612-4189, or email me at
[email protected]
Thank you!
Mrs. Kotsmith
Parent/Guardian: My child has discussed the information, expectations of this class, and the honor code with me.
Parent Signature
________________________________________________________
Student: I have read and understand the information and expectations of this classroom and will try my best to honor them.
Student Signature
________________________________________________________