Sunday, February 28, 2010
Journal Entry Photobucket
I enjoyed finding and photographing different elements and priciples of design, then creating a folder with all of my images, and labeling which image went with which element or principle. Some of my images I needed to crop to make them look more pleasing. Overall photobucket was a simple tool to use to upload all of the images from my foler, and then I was able to put each in the order I wanted for the slideshow. I had never used photobucket before, but I liked creating the album, I just found some difficulties for adding images to a current album, so this was confusing as first. However, creating the slide show was simple and I liked customizing the way the images would appear in a certain order, and adding an effect to the slideshow. I would definitely use photobucket in the future, possibly for demonstrating images in the classroom to students for examples during a lesson. I learned my way around the site and I liked seeing the different ways you can chose to display and share the photos from the album. This assignment could also be assigned to students in the classroom to teach them how to use technology in relation to a lesson possibly in photography, or to photograph student work to be displayed electronically. Great tool to use and to teach:)
Thursday, February 25, 2010
Resource for Creating a Logo
http://how.todesignyour.com/illustrator-logo-tutorial
The resource I used that I think will help me in creating my logo was a demonstrational video on how to create a basic logo with a name and symbol. Although the presenter wasn't perfect and made errors on his own, I liked watching the video because I am a visual learner. It helped me see which tools to chose that would create the certain look that was to become the outcome or goal. Being able to see how each tool functions and then tricks to fix mistakes or to edit something was beneficial. I liked seeing the different steps that could be used in creating a logo and then adding details to it with certain tools. I liked seeing where to begin and where to go from there. Once I get acquainted I hope to create something that is visually pleasing and that can made efficiently, since I'm a begginner I noticed it takes me longer to create even a simpler design.
The resource I used that I think will help me in creating my logo was a demonstrational video on how to create a basic logo with a name and symbol. Although the presenter wasn't perfect and made errors on his own, I liked watching the video because I am a visual learner. It helped me see which tools to chose that would create the certain look that was to become the outcome or goal. Being able to see how each tool functions and then tricks to fix mistakes or to edit something was beneficial. I liked seeing the different steps that could be used in creating a logo and then adding details to it with certain tools. I liked seeing where to begin and where to go from there. Once I get acquainted I hope to create something that is visually pleasing and that can made efficiently, since I'm a begginner I noticed it takes me longer to create even a simpler design.
Friday, February 19, 2010
AdObE IllUstrator Summary
1. By watching the demonstrational videos on adoble illustrator I was able to learn about
each of the tools mentioned to look at. For me, this was very beneficial because I have never worked with illustrator before so I was able to learn something from each tool use. I think that the selecting and manipulating tool was most helpful because this was the starting point for how to begin creating a project in illustrator. I definitely learned in detail how to use each tool to my liking, and then how to alter further what I create by each adjustment point.
2. I found that using the line, shape, and eraser tools were ablso helpful because I could see how each shape could be further manipulated by using the different task bars that came with each tool. I like how it is possible to make even more detailed selections for most of the tools to make a very detailed project to my liking. I found the scaling, skewing, and rotating objects demonstration most difficult to understand with that presenter, it was explained quickly so I had trouble keeping up with it. I also would have liked if there was an explanation or direction for how to do something, then I could try it. However, it was nice being able to watch the detailed demonstration, but without being able to try it first hand I wasn't sure how I would do by just this explanation on use. I liked the presentation on creating point and area type best, because I think this could be a great way to make a creative hand out for students to become engaged in. I think this presenter was clear with the steps to using the tools, but overall I think I definitely would need practice with illustrator first hand to see if I could accomplish using all of the tools. I liked the different presenters but some of them definitely explained directions too quickly using the mac for me to comprehend, I found myself rewinding then replaying some of the videos to make sure I was understanding each.
each of the tools mentioned to look at. For me, this was very beneficial because I have never worked with illustrator before so I was able to learn something from each tool use. I think that the selecting and manipulating tool was most helpful because this was the starting point for how to begin creating a project in illustrator. I definitely learned in detail how to use each tool to my liking, and then how to alter further what I create by each adjustment point.
2. I found that using the line, shape, and eraser tools were ablso helpful because I could see how each shape could be further manipulated by using the different task bars that came with each tool. I like how it is possible to make even more detailed selections for most of the tools to make a very detailed project to my liking. I found the scaling, skewing, and rotating objects demonstration most difficult to understand with that presenter, it was explained quickly so I had trouble keeping up with it. I also would have liked if there was an explanation or direction for how to do something, then I could try it. However, it was nice being able to watch the detailed demonstration, but without being able to try it first hand I wasn't sure how I would do by just this explanation on use. I liked the presentation on creating point and area type best, because I think this could be a great way to make a creative hand out for students to become engaged in. I think this presenter was clear with the steps to using the tools, but overall I think I definitely would need practice with illustrator first hand to see if I could accomplish using all of the tools. I liked the different presenters but some of them definitely explained directions too quickly using the mac for me to comprehend, I found myself rewinding then replaying some of the videos to make sure I was understanding each.
Monday, February 15, 2010
Online Reference for lesson Plan
http://www.kqed.org/arts/programs/spark/profile.jsp?essid=22453
I found this internet website as a great tool to add a video into my powerpoint presentation, something I had never done before. Learning how to post a video into a powerpoint was new to me, and this website allowed me to do just that.
This informational video on Fletcher Benton goes into a more in depth approach of the artist's work and it's significance. Finding videos like this one is a great tool for using technology in the classroom. This could reach students in a way to get them more interested in the topic being presented, and allows the students to look back at what was taught by rewatching the video. This will help in the understanding process and relates to a student on his or her level through the use of the internet.
I found this internet website as a great tool to add a video into my powerpoint presentation, something I had never done before. Learning how to post a video into a powerpoint was new to me, and this website allowed me to do just that.
This informational video on Fletcher Benton goes into a more in depth approach of the artist's work and it's significance. Finding videos like this one is a great tool for using technology in the classroom. This could reach students in a way to get them more interested in the topic being presented, and allows the students to look back at what was taught by rewatching the video. This will help in the understanding process and relates to a student on his or her level through the use of the internet.
Thursday, February 11, 2010
online resource for lesson
The following is the webquest that I found to help me develop further ideas for my lesson plan on contemporary sculpture, exploring Fletcher Benton's work.
http://questgarden.com/author/preview.php?l=78346-090513064315&pt=student&p=introduction
I liked the "This I believe" idea. After looking at how students could chose a topic or word they belived in to express their personal feelings on a topic I thought it would be a great approach to having students to create three dimensional letters. I intend to put a spin in my lesson for the process the students will use for the project to be three dimensional.
I thought students could chose a short word that could act as a symbol for something they believed in within their life. Or, possibly a word that could inspire others through positivity. I think this could be beneficial to students to think about what their personal beliefs are, and ways to be positive in their world. Once students chose their word and create their sculpture of this word, they should write an explanation as to why they chose the particular word, and what it means to them and how this word could inform others to rise awareness on a topic.
http://questgarden.com/author/preview.php?l=78346-090513064315&pt=student&p=introduction
I liked the "This I believe" idea. After looking at how students could chose a topic or word they belived in to express their personal feelings on a topic I thought it would be a great approach to having students to create three dimensional letters. I intend to put a spin in my lesson for the process the students will use for the project to be three dimensional.
I thought students could chose a short word that could act as a symbol for something they believed in within their life. Or, possibly a word that could inspire others through positivity. I think this could be beneficial to students to think about what their personal beliefs are, and ways to be positive in their world. Once students chose their word and create their sculpture of this word, they should write an explanation as to why they chose the particular word, and what it means to them and how this word could inform others to rise awareness on a topic.
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Resource found for Powerpoint Content
http://www.kqed.org/arts/programs/spark/profile.jsp?essid=22453
I found this great website to use as a resource for a video that I will be using as part of the content in the powerpoint I am creating. This is a great way to get teachers using technology and to stay up to date on contemporary artists. I feel that students will pay attention if a teacher broadcasts a video of the artist showing his or her work and talking about it, I think it will really give students the learning experience they need, and to keep their attention focused.
I found this great website to use as a resource for a video that I will be using as part of the content in the powerpoint I am creating. This is a great way to get teachers using technology and to stay up to date on contemporary artists. I feel that students will pay attention if a teacher broadcasts a video of the artist showing his or her work and talking about it, I think it will really give students the learning experience they need, and to keep their attention focused.
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