Computer Graphic Design

Fall 2014 – 5 – El Torito Banner 2014

Monday, September 15th, 2014

Objective: Students will demonstrate an understanding of the principles of design by re-designing a real-world banner advertisement.

 
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Topics Discussed:

  • InDesign Page Layout
  • Horizontal Width
  • Vertical Width
  • Document Grid
  • Snap to Grid
  • Margins and Columns
  • Principles of Design (Contrast, Repetition, Alignment and Proximity)
Assignment:

  1. Visit StudentsTempFiles and open “5 – El Torito Banner 2014.pdf” for the assignment instructions.
  2. See the document entitled “CGD1 – El Torito Ad Rubric 2014.pdf” for the exact criteria under which this assignment will be graded. Make sure you have all the elements in the “4” column to ensure you get the highest grade possible!
  3. When you are satisfied that your page layout meets all the assignment requirements, save it with your name in the filename and turn in a copy to the appropriate Student Drop Folder on the class file server.
Assigned: September 15th, 2014
Due Date: September 18th, 2014