Techincal and Skill Development Assignments

Shape Build

Stylize With Shape

This assignment will challenge you to recreate an photographic image using only basic shapes and the Shape Build Method. There will be several images to choose from at the bottom of this assignment page. Convert the photographic image into a stylized illustration. Use only basic shapes like ellipse, rectangle, and polygon in coordination with the Pathfinder Tool. Consider how objects overlap and how you can use layers to your advantage. Pay attention to the detail present in the image you selected and how those details can be stylized while still referring to their unique nature. To complete your work, hide your source image and then export a PNG file for submission.

Objectives:

  • Develop understanding of Shape Building using the Pathfinder Tool
  • Explore Visual Design and Composition
  • Explore stylized aesthetic through emphasis and simplification
  • Practice Visual Design Skills

Process:

  • Select image from selected photographic examples (bottom of page)
  • New Illustrator Document: Letter Size (8 1/2 X 11)
  • "Place" photographic image
  • Set source image as Template Layer
  • Use Shape Tools like ellipse, rectangle, polygon, and Pathfinder Tool
    • Use only shapes
    • Use color
    • Create shapes that reflect content of source image
    • Organize layers based on composition
  • Export as PNG
  • Submit assignment upon completion
    • Submit one PNG (Web Safe)
    • "lastname_ShapeStylize.png"

Evaluation:

  • 25 points – Requirements
    • Meets Requirements
    • Project Appears Complete
    • Illustrations are Well-Developed
    • Basic (15pts) - Mid Level (20pts) - Advanced (25pts)
  • 25 points - Execution
    • Demonstrates Correct Use of Vector Tools
    • Vector Tools Applied in Appropriate Ways
    • Shows Evidence of Understanding Assigned Processes
    • Basic (15pts) - Mid Level (20pts) - Advanced (25pts)
  • 25 points - Presentation
    • Demonstrates Understanding of Visual Design Principles
    • Shows Evidence of Attention to Detail
    • Demonstrates Understanding of Aesthetic Presentation
    • Basic (15pts) - Mid Level (20pts) - Advanced (25pts)
  • 25 points – Solution
    • Evidence of Self Expression
    • Evidence of Creative Approach
    • Evidence of Risk Taking
    • Basic (15pts) - Mid Level (20pts) - Advanced (25pts)

Conditions:

  • Technical and Skill Development Assignment: Shape Build Method Category

Source Images

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