Assignment #13: Research and Inspiration

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Exquisite_corpse

Exquisite Corpse: a game or collaboration of words or images assembled together.


The technique was invented by Surrealists and is similar to an old parlour game calledConsequences in which players write in turn on a sheet of paper, fold it to conceal part of the writing, and then pass it to the next player for a further contribution.


A mixture between classic and modern. 

I like this one because the different styles fit together so nicely, and the colors used are wonderful.

This one is so creative. I love the little stuffed animal and the crab claw, but most of all, I love the design on the shirt.

The Creative Process

Why do we need this process?

• It improves consistancy. A certain level of quality will be maintained.
• Ability to plan and time your work.
• Raises the quality of work.
• Communicates more effectively and in a more professional manner. 

Steps to the Creative Process:

• Research: research client and competition, look in magazines, listen to music. The more you know, the easier the project will be.
•  Brainstorm: striving to be unique and innovative while still following the current trends, ensures a fresh and creative approach. What kind of message am I trying to communicate? Who is my audience? What kind of color and/or style will work for this audience?
• Sketch: sketch to get your thoughts out and to work through ideas.
• Execute: implement your ideas. Combine type and imagery into a well developed composition. If you get stuck, walk away and clear your head. Forcing an idea won't result in a good design. Explore possible options. 
• Critique and Revise: Take a step back and look at your design with an objective eye. Ask others for their opinion. Make sure the design effectively conveys the message to the intended audience. 

Photo Composition

Snapshot: a quick shot often spontaneous, taken to record a moment in time.
Photograph: an image taken with care and thought.

Rules of Composition:
1. Rule of Thirds (imaginary lines drawn dividing the frame of your camera into thirds, both horizontally         and vertically).
 -place the horizon line at the top or bottom horizontal divider.
 -fill up the entire frame with the subject for a close up image.

2. Leading Lines (visual lines created within the foreground or background of the composition to led the viewer's eye through the photo).
 -lines can draw attention to one or more intended subjects or a single focal point.

3. Point of View (change the way your subject is perceived by changing the camera position).
 -if you want a subject to appear very tall, compose the shot so that the camera is looking upwards.
 -if you shoot straight down on something you can see different things.

4. Simplicity
 -keep your background simple and clear of clutter.
 -the mood and the effectiveness of a photo can be altered by what is in the background.
 -a chaotic composition will cause the viewer to look away.