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Exercise: Book

Scenario: You are a graphic designer assigned to make a small book of no more than 12 pages to show your ability to draw both on the computer and by hand. You will also be doing some printmaking to complete your book. Computer Project 1, on p. 323 of your textbook gives an example of this assignment. The idea for the book is of your own choosing. Bring old magazines, or old books of any sort for interesting images or copy. You will be adding copy as you work, paying attention to the typeface that is appropriate. Put the pages together to make an accordion style book. You will be given instructions on how to do this. Submit the book and the computer file(s) to your instructor.

Instructions: Select a score for each outcome below based on the following scale...
0= Clearly does not demonstrate competency.
1= Demonstrates basic understanding of competency.
2= Demonstrates clear understanding of competency.
3= Demonstrates competency with clarity, uniqueness and depth.
4= Demonstrates competency at a professional work level.

Performance Objectives:

  1. Meet deadlines by delivering the book on the stated date. 0 1 2 3 4

  2. Bring tools and supplies to class. 0 1 2 3 4

  3. Present an idea which shows creativity. 0 1 2 3 4

  4. Present an idea which shows your ability to draw on the computer.. 0 1 2 3 4

  5. Use an appropriate typeface. 0 1 2 3 4

  6. Create an effective composition. 0 1 2 3 4

  7. Use a critique to improve upon your work. 0 1 2 3 4

  8. Keep your work clean. 0 1 2 3 4

  9. Present your piece professionally making sure the edges of the book covers are folded correctly.
    0 1 2 3 4

  10. Follow directions. 0 1 2 3 4

  11. Draw with both colored pencils and the computer. 0 1 2 3 4

  12. Have an effective container or closure for the book. 0 1 2 3 4

Syllabus for GRDSN 115