March 2012
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Project 3: I-cons
For this project, list 10 adjectives that describe you. Start sketching out those adjectives in very simple forms. Think about how icons or pictographs are designed today. From that, start whittling it down. Consider which adjectives would work together as a system to describe you clearly in visual terms.
The band Yacht uses semiotics, system of signs/symbols, to create their insignia.
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February 2012
4 posts
Project 3: World Record Cont.
When developing a compelling concept for the World Record project, here are a few things to keep in mind. RESEARCH / GO BEYOND THE WEB! The Internet is a great source, but sometimes going to a library, bookstore, or even asking other people questions about world records might bring about some interesting finds. You need to find facts that have been documented as being true. Steer clear of...
Project 3: World Record
This assignment is about visually representing or interpreting a world record of your choosing. You will begin by researching the world record and dealing with facts, actions, phenomena, achievements, etc. After compiling a list of interests, you’ll begin sketching possible solutions.
Do not simply document the record, because photography already does that. Your job is to develop a...
Project 2: Organic Logos
Here are some examples worth viewing!
Notice how the microphone (an inorganic object) functions as the flower (organic).
Here the paint brush (inorganic) becomes part of the tree (organic).
In this example, the fork (inorganic) becomes part of the tree (organic).
Think about forms/shapes and how the can be combined together to make a logo.
Project 2: Organic/Inorganic
In this project, you will create a synergistic object that is strong, graphic and logo-like in it’s nature. Your solution must also be in black and white. Use the techniques you have applied in past projects to arrive at your final solution (examples: mind mapping, word lists, metaphors, etc.).
Before you start sketching, devise a list of three organic and inorganic subjects. An example...
January 2012
5 posts
Master the Metaphor →
A great article on developing visual metaphors that you can read here.
How to Fuse Get in the habit of looking for pairs in whatever design problem you’re working on; push two things together into one image. For example, if you’re selling a home-security system, you could begin with the image of a lock or barbed wire or an armed guard and combine it with a house.
The power of graphic...
Project 1: This Project is a Monster
With this assignment, you are thinking about an object conceptually. How can you visually represent three of the following objects without literally depicting them?
Razor Cell Phone Bandage Headphones Breath Mints Hemorrhoid Cream Insoles Hairspray Energy Drink Vacuum Cleaner Throat Lozenges Deodorant
You might want to approach this metaphorically. Metaphors use two things that we normally...
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This is the class blog for ART 2219 Visual Thinking. Here, you will find information regarding class tutorials, projects deadlines and other things worth reading.
This blog also serves as an inspiration station for your class. Click on the “Submit your finds!” link above, and submit images, links and words that you finding exciting in regards to making and thinking. Feel free to ask...
