This project supports the following learning outcomes:
- Examine the basic elements of print especially type and image.
- Incorporate the creative design process into a functional page layout solution.
- Use industry relevant software to design effective and creative layouts by combining imagery and text in traditional and non-traditional formats.
- Apply professional practices including the creative design process and design planning process; that help to ensure success, consistency and quality when developing a visual idea from a verbal communication or concept.
- Use the skills you have gained (and are gaining) in typography, the grid
and digital layout
1. Research newspaper layouts and pick 2-3 that you think are successful. Show me your inspiration for layout design.
Research the following Layout Design websites: http://npd.snd.org/
and Newseum
https://www.lucidpress.com/blog/14-magazine-layout-design-ideas-for-your-inspiration
https://www.canva.com/learn/multi-page-layout/
https://99designs.com/blog/design-tutorials/master-layout-design-adobe-indesign/
https://www.creativebloq.com/netmag/create-balanced-page-layouts-7-pro-tips-121310009
2. Watch these videos:
adobe indesign videos
beginning indesign + beginning indesign + newsletter
TIPS + HELP for formatting text
2. Assignment: Design a two-page spread of a fictional newspaper or magazine section. Think: Arts/Entertainment; Sports; News; could be a more specific hobby, etc.
It must include:
1. Mast Head : Type + Texture/color background. Subhead including website, date, weather, etc.
2. At least 4 headlines and 4 sub headlines
3. Unique column (at least 3 columns) layout using “placeholder text” using Adobe Garamond and only 1 other font.
4. Must use at least 3 different sized images. Images must be taken by you!
5. two pull-quotes
Final Size: Ledger standard size of (2) 11 x 17″ saved as a InDesign document and a packaged PDF. Due on our last class April 27!
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