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Monday & Wednesday 2-4pm
*these online assignment details may change -- class handouts are final
For this assignment you will be retouching a photograph of yourself or someone close to yourself in Photoshop. The image should have some cosmetic blemishes (superficial issues rather than large compositional ones.) The goal is to improve the image while keeping it realistic.
Find or Shoot a photo of yourself or someone close to you, at a minimum of 4” x 6” at 300 ppi.
Mark, using a layer and a red brush, the areas you intend to retouch.
Retouch your photo using non destructive editing methods (masks, layers, smartfilters, etc...). Clone Stamp, Healing Brush, Patch Tool, Filters, Blending Modes, Masks, Hue/Saturation Adjustments, etc… may all be helpful. Clearly label your layers and do not destroy your pixels.
****One layer should be the original untouched photo and one must be the red mark-up layer****
Use the asset document (http://sarahwichlacz.com/courses/p204/resources.php) to record information about your original image. Make sure you are keeping untouched images in a folder – you will need to include this asset folder with your assignment.
Turn in a copy of your file as a PSD, your asset folder, and asset document. Include all files on a clearly labeled CD.
Due Wednesday, April 9th, 2008.
For this assignment you will be creating a photographic remix. The goal is to take a portrait and completely remix it into a new fantastic composition. You should push the image beyond reality.
Find or Shoot a photo of yourself or someone close to you, at a minimum of 4” x 6” at 300 ppi.
Plan your remix and edits. You can use sketches, notes, inspiration images, or tutorials; but you must commit some plans to paper.
Remix your photo using non destructive editing methods (masks, layers, smartfilters, etc...). Brushes, Filters, Blending Modes, Masks, Layer Adjustments, etc… may all be helpful. Clearly label your layers and do not destroy your pixels.
Use the asset document (http://sarahwichlacz.com/courses/p204/resources.php) to record information about your original image. Make sure you are keeping untouched images in a folder – you will need to include this asset folder with your assignment.
Turn in a copy of your file as a PSD, your asset folder, and asset document. Include all files on a clearly labeled CD.
Due Wednesday, April 16th, 2008.
For this assignment you will be creating a Panoramic or HDR (High Dynamic Range) photograph using Photoshop.
Shoot a set of photos that you intend to use for your image composite. These images should be specifically designed for a Panoramic or HDR (High Dynamic Range) photograph. If you are shooting for a panoramic choose a location that warrants the wide format. If you are shooting an HDR image pick a subject with a wide Dynamic Range that will be revealed by the composite.
Combine no less than 4 photos using non destructive merging in Photoshop. You can use the automate functions or the more advanced techniques. The result should be no less than 8” x 10” at 260 PPI. Feel free to further edit the image in Photoshop.
Use the asset document (http://sarahwichlacz.com/courses/p204/resources.php) to record information about your original images. Make sure you are keeping untouched images in a folder – you will need to include this asset folder with your assignment.
Turn in a copy of your file as a PSD, your asset folder, and asset document. Include all files on a clearly labeled CD.
Due Wednesday, April 23rd, 2008.
For this assignment you will be creating a realistic composite image using Photoshop. The idea is to Swap one picture element for another in a realistic manner.
Shoot or Collect a photo or photos which could be improved by replacing elements. For example a landscape with a washed out sky is a typical candidate for a sky swap. Unwanted cars, people, or architecture can also be removed this way.
Combine elements from the photograph or photographs in a realistic and non destructive manner. Use masks and try to match colors, perspectives, resolution, and focus.
Use the asset document (http://sarahwichlacz.com/courses/p204/resources.php) to record information about your original images. Make sure you are keeping untouched images in a folder – you will need to include this asset folder with your assignment.
Turn in a copy of your file as a PSD, your asset folder, and asset document. Include all files on a clearly labeled CD.
Due Wednesday, April 30th, 2008.
For this assignment you will be creating a digital illustration using Photoshop. You'll make an image without using any photographic assets. You cannot just make a design – the image must illustrate something; the level of abstraction is up to you.
Create a digital illustration using NO ASSET images. You may trace your own photograph to get a sketch layer – but the photographic pixels should not be part of the finished PSD. Your image should be appropriately 3000 pixels wide. Feel free to use any tool, method, or style.
Turn in a copy of your file as a PSD on a clearly labeled CD. If you traced include the traced photograph as a layer.
Due Wednesday, May 7th, 2008.
For this assignment you will be creating a digital composition using Photoshop in conjunction with another program or other non digital imaginary. The idea is to mix different medias using Photoshop as part of your workflow. Be creative with your mixing; there are no limits or specifications on the media types.
Import imagery into Photoshop. You could scan slides, negatives, textures, sketches, paintings, etc... combining or finishing them in some way in Photoshop. It is also possible to create imagery in other programs such as 3D Studio, Maya, Illustrator, etc... importing or opening elements of those files in Photoshop for use in your composition.
OR
Export images or image elements from Photoshop into another program such as InDesign, AfterEffects, Maya, etc.. using theses programs to finish your composition. You could also print from a Photoshop document and use non digital media to finish your composition (you will have to rescan or photograph the finished piece for inclusion on your assignment CD.)
Use the asset document (http://sarahwichlacz.com/courses/p204/resources.php) to record information about your original images. Make sure you are keeping untouched images in a folder – you will need to include this asset folder with your assignment.
Turn in a copy of your finished file, your asset folder, and asset document. Include all files on a clearly labeled CD.
Due May 14th, 2008.
For this assignment you will be creating a digital composition about a location using Photoshop.
Between 11am and 2pm, Wednesday, May 21st, Shoot a series of 40+ photographs relating to a location.
Layout/Map some of your imagery together in Photoshop- (minimum of 8” x 10.”) Include the name of your location as text within the composition.
Use the asset document (http://sarahwichlacz.com/courses/p204/resources.php) to record information about your original images. Make sure you are keeping untouched images in a folder – you will need to include this asset folder with your assignment.
Turn in a copy of your finished file (as a PSD, and a compressed JPG), your asset folder, and asset document. Include all files on a clearly labeled CD.
Due Monday, June 2nd, 2008.
For the final project in this course you will be creating a series of digital photographic illustrations. The methods and theme is up to you; it must include photographs you have specifically taken for the illustrations and the bulk of the compositing, etc... must be done in Photoshop.
Choose a topic/ theme and an accompanying style and method for a digital photographic illustration series.
Type a short, one or two paragraph, statement describing your concept and chosen methods.
Shoot photographs to be used in your illustration series. Make sure you shoot more than enough images.
Create a set of at least 3 digital photographic illustrations using Photoshop. Minimum size 8” x 10” at 260ppi.
Use the asset document (http://sarahwichlacz.com/courses/p204/resources.php) to record information about your original images. Make sure you are keeping untouched images in a folder – you will need to include this asset folder with your assignment.
Print your 3 images at a minimum of 8”x10” on photo paper at photograph quality.
Turn in a copy of your file as a PSD, your asset folder, and asset document. Include all files on a clearly labeled CD. Put your prints in a manila folder labeled with your name.
Due Monday, June 9th, 2008.
For your portfolio you will collect, refine and present your 5 strongest projects from the quarter.
Select your top 5 projects.
Refine and/or Improve the projects; bring them all up to A level work.
Include an asset document documenting any images you did not personally shoot.
Turn your images in as PSDs AND JPGs on a closed CD (include compressed files for mixed media pieces.) Your CD must be in a CD case and make sure to include your full name and email address. A custom CD cover is optional.
Due Monday, June 9th, 2008.