Digital Photographic Collage Illustration for an Editorial
Posted
Meredith Rose - "The livestock lobby is waging war on 'lab-grown meat’. This is why we can’t let them win." Washington Post
Dylan Court - "If you liked 'Dr. Strangelove,' you'll find the new arms race thrilling" Washington Post
| Educator/s: | Brita d'Agostino |
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| Institution: | New Mexico State University |
| Level: | Junior, Senior, Sophomore, Undergraduate |
| Duration: | 2 weeks |
| Category: | Editorial, Graphic Design |
| Filed Under: | Four-year Program, Non-design Majors |
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Project Brief
For this short introductory assignment, you will create a digital photographic collage illustration that could as the primary visual illustration for an online editorial article of your choice. An editorial article, often simply referred to as an editorial, is a piece of writing that expresses the opinion of the publication's editorial board or a specific editor/author on a particular issue, topic, or event. Unlike news articles, which are meant to be objective and report facts, editorials are subjective and are intended to persuade, inform, or provoke thought among readers.
Using a minimum of five distinct images, utilize Photoshop to create a digital photographic collage which could serve as the primary illustration for your article. Ensure each collage unifies the visuals around a cohesive theme, effectively conveying a related concept while enhancing and supporting the tone of your article. Your design should demonstrate key graphic design principles such as harmony, grouping, placement, emphasis, and flow, resulting in a cohesive composition that powerfully communicates your intended message.
Size requirement: 1920px x 1280px (horizontal orientation), 72 dpi, file type jpg.
Learning Objectives
- Concept Development: Students will demonstrate the ability to generate and refine concepts for an editorial collage illustration that effectively communicates a specific message or theme.
- Visual Communication: Students will apply principles of visual communication to create a cohesive and engaging collage that captures the essence of the assigned editorial topic, utilizing color, composition, and imagery.
- Techniques and Media: Students will explore and experiment with various digital techniques in the creation of their collage, demonstrating proficiency in selected tools and processes.
- Critical Analysis: Students will critically analyze their own work and that of their peers, providing constructive feedback on the effectiveness of visual storytelling, composition, and overall impact.
Deliverables
Upload a jpg files of your collages to canvas. 1920px x 1280px (horizontal orientation), 72 dpi, file type jpg.
Reflections
For the assignment, I would recommend having them create 2 distinct versions. Then grading it off of their strongest concept.
