Monday, December 7, 2009

December 2, 2009

Today as a class we discussed the following outcomes we learned through out the quarter in concept development. This exercise will help Jimmy prepare or make adjustments for his future classes.
Outcomes:
Analyze a project + initiate investigative research
Develop sources + inspiration for ideas
Articulate visual concepts with informative + accurate sketches
Create style boards that communicate tone + personality for design
Generate many different ideas quickly
Develop appropriate ideas for environmental, editorial, corporate, + entertainment applications
Write a marketing brief ( My favorite outcome I learned)

Divergent thinking- an understanding and a appreciation of design from a designer to a client.

Suggested reading material:
"Becoming a Graphic Designer" by Stephen Heller

Adjectives:

religious, relevant, rebellious

November 30, 2009

Today we talked about presentation and how it is a big part of design. The main point is that its hard to sell a project when you don't believe in it. Being able to communicate effective can help close the sale.

A key factor that I learned was body language and its sub conscious.
  • How to read it
  • Avoid it
  • Be aware of it
  • Use it
  • Can read the audience as well

quote of the day-

"S.H.I.T" Sorry Honey Its Thursday -Oliver

My two facts and one lie was:

  1. I am the oldest child
  2. I was born in Montebello, CA
  3. I wear a size ten in shoes (lie)

Adjectives:

raging, relaxed, radiant