Due 10/25

Elements Project

1. Create a library of 8 basic shapes -- we will refer to these as your elements.

2. Use your elements to create an artwork. The theme is up to you. 

3. Below is a list of rules that will drive your artwork. The rules will be strictly applied. You are free to do as you see fit, as long as a viewer of the artwork will eventually be able to see that your artwork is composed out of your elements. You will present your elements and your finished artwork side by side.

Rules:

You may not distort or skew your elements.

Scaling is allowed, but only proportionally. NO skewing or free transform.

You are allowed to rotate, flip and duplicate your elements

You may add, subtract, intersect and group elements as you see fit.

Color is unrestricted, you should create your own color scheme prior.

You are allowed to use gradients.

Your elements may only be filled. The use of strokes is not allowed.

You are not allowed to use filters (e.g. drop shadows etc.)

Due 10/25
A. Library of Elements save as an .ai file - You may use the vormator library of elements or create your own 8 shape library. Study the sample pages in the elements project folder on the server. Read each designer's process statement.
B. Color Scheme - create a 5 swatch scheme using Kuler - use a rule other than custom. Save as a color group in your .ai file above. Be prepared to discuss the rule used in your color scheme.
C. Print your library of elements. You may only use black and white for your library. Each element must have a unique name if you are using the vormator library you may use their names.
D. Print your 5 swatch color scheme in full color.
C. Post a sketch for your final.
E. Review and complete tutorials posted for 10/23

Due 10/30
A. Print your library, color scheme, and final project.
B. Post the above 3 files to your blog with an assignment write-up.
C. Save the above 3 ai files to the class server as a zipped folder labeled yourlastname_7.
D. Post your A/C review to your blog.

Additional Tutorials:

Design a character:

http://blog.spoongraphics.co.uk/tutorials/how-to-create-a-cool-vector-yeti-character-in-illustrator

Intricate Pattern

http://blog.spoongraphics.co.uk/tutorials/how-to-create-an-intricate-vector-heart-illustration

Ray Gun Tutotial

http://blog.spoongraphics.co.uk/tutorials/how-to-create-a-vector-linework-ray-gun-illustration