Key Objectives
• Create a blog and project folder (10 points)
• Rough idea (10 points)
• Inspirational Images (10 points)
• Artist Analysis (40 points)
• Your Proposal (10 points)
• The Breakdown (10 points)
• Sketches (10 points)
• Weekly Goals and Reflections (10 points a week)
• Finalizing your project (150 points)
260 Total Points
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Independent Project
January 1st to April 6th 2012
The second semester of this class consist of an independent project that allows you to explore one or more of the mediums covered first semester. The primary difference with this semester is that rather then having the teacher provide most of the answers for you, you will now begin to develop independent technological problem solving skills. How these problem solving skills will benefit you is for seeking out a solution to a problem that occurs not only using computers, but life in general. To do this you will look to the Internet, the software help menu and your peers before you request my assistance. This is not to say that I will not assist you, but I want you to work on becoming an independent learner much like you will be doing after graduating high school.
The first step towards the independent project is that you will be creating your own blog where you will also be posting your process. The reason for creating your own blog is that it will allow everyone to focus on just your progress. You will also be copying these posts and pasting them to the class blog. This way everyone can see what the class is doing collectively.
Each of the following KEY OBJECTIVES will need to be answered on both, your blog and the class blog. This is how you will be assessed and graded on your assignments.
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
THE KEY OBJECTIVES
Creating your own blog (5 points)
Sign into blogger and go to the main page called your “Dashboard”. In the upper right corner press the button titled “Create a Blog”. Once this page loads locate “Blog Title” and type your first name, last initial, and art (e.g. John.D Art). Title your “Blog Address” as first name, last initial and Art (e.g. http://JohnDart.blogspot.com/). Next choose your starter template and press continue. Press start blogging. If you now visit your dashboard again you will see the class blog along with your own blog. You will now be able to post to each blog separately. Feel free to design a banner and customize your blog.
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Create an Independent Project Folder (5 points)
I would like you to create a folder that also contains your inspiration, word documents and project development and anything else that pertains to your process. You will use this at the end of the year to burn a cd which contains a portfolio of your yearly process.
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Rough idea (10 points)
On your blog you will write a statement that proposes what you might like to do. “I’m thinking that I would like to create a ____________________”. Look below for some different ideas and mediums you may use.
••• Group Projects are accepted and encouraged•••
If you choose to do a group project you must designate tasks and record what each person is in charge of.
Choose between the following mediums
Illustration
a. Vector illustration
b. Photoshop painting
c. Photomontage
d. Multimedia (Photos + 3D models)
e. Hand drawn and colored in Photoshop
Graphic Design
a. Company identities (Logos, letterheads, posters, stickers, )
b. Product design (CDs, snowboards, skateboards, t-shirts, magazine covers)
2D Animation
a. Flash Animation
3 Dimensional
a. Character design
b. Creature design
c. Environment design (Architecture)
d. Modeling (characters, creatures, industrial design or products)
e. Animation
f. Texture
g. Rigging
h. Lighting
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Inspirational Images (10 points)
Gather 5 inspirational images or animations that align with your rough idea and post them onto your blog page. You must include the artist name for full credit, and you’re not limited to the websites listed below. (5 points for images and 5 points for artist name)
Resources
http://www.behance.net/
http://www.deviantart.com/
Http://www.cghub.com/
http://www.pixologic.com/zbrush/gallery/2011/
http://www.pixologic.com/turntable/
http://www.shapeways.com/
http://www.cgsociety.org/
http://www.threadless.com/
http://www.conceptart.org/
http://mattepainting.org/
http://www.11secondclub.com/
http://www.3dtotal.com/
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Art Analysis (40 points = 35 points for answers + 5 points for spelling/grammar)
Choose your favorite image of the five you have collected and you will now write an analysis of the art. Open a word document and answer the following questions in a formal essay. Post the image and essay onto the blog with complete sentences, correct spelling and proper grammar.
a. Who is the artist and what is the title of the work?
b. Describe what the artwork looks like.
c. Describe and identify how the artist uses lines, shapes, colors, textures, value, sense of scale, light and space,
d. Describe what you believe to be the meaning, or the artist’s intentions behind the artwork.
e. What is the mood of the piece and how is the mood effectively portrayed?
f. What is your opinion of the work and describe why?
g. How does this piece reflect what you are trying to do?
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Your Proposal (10 points)
After looking at multiple artists and inspirational possibilities you will now propose your idea/s.
a. You will write a paragraph that describes what you plan to have completed by April 6th, 2012. Paint a picture in our minds that visually describes the final product/s.
b. Talk about the style that you’re going for, while making connections and relating it to the inspirational pieces that you have chosen.
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
The Breakdown (10 points)
Breaking down the project and organizing a timeline of expected goals. The following is a very basic example.
January: Sketch and model objects for the scene
February: Finish detailing of models and begin to sculpt
March: Start texturing and lighting the scene. Test renders
April: Rendering and compositing final animation/ turntable
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Sketches (10 points)
No matter which medium you choose it is a requirement that you brainstorm your ideas not only in your mind, but also on paper. This allows you to better communicate to the instructor, and yourself what you are imagining.
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Weekly Goals and Reflections (10 points a week)
Goals: Each week you will begin the first few minutes of class writing out your projected goal to be accomplished that week. This week I plan to accomplish getting ______ done.
(5 points)
Reflections: The last few minutes of class at the end of the week you will answer whether you accomplished your goal. Reflect and write about your success, or lack there of, and what you plan to work on for the next week. (5 points)
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Finalizing your Project (150 points)
Following your breakdown and timeline you should have been able to accomplish your goal. I know that unforeseen obstacles can arise and should be communicated with the instructor ahead of time. After accomplishing your project you must present your project in the most professional manner suitable.
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Final Presentation (100 points)
Graphic Design imagery can be printed and matted
Graphic Design can also be prepared for the demo reel
Illustrations can be printed and matted
Illustrations can also be prepared for the demo reel
Animations may be rendered or play blasted for the demo reel
3D models or digital sculpts should be rendered and ready for the demo reel
3D prints are to be finalized and ready to hang on wall or set on table.
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Final Reflection questions (40 points)
What level of personal effort do you feel you put into your project? Please explain.
If you were to redo your project, what would you change about it? Please explain.
What did you learn most about yourself by participating in this project? Please explain.
Did you enjoy participating in this project? Why or why not?
