Post #6

What is the pen tool used for?

The Pen tool is used to connect lines and creates paths to form a picture. It is used to create the anchor points that form the basis of the design, and to connect those lines to those points to make the curves and shapes on illustrator. 

How can you manipulate a path/line in Illustrator? 
You can manipulate a path or line in Illustrator by using the pen tool, and click on the anchor points to either curve the shape or move it. By using the selected anchor points to curve, the lines will move with it and the paths will create a new shape.

Discuss the use of the white arrow tool. Pen+, pen-,and convert tool.
The white arrow tool is the Direct Selection tool. It is used to select certain points or path segments within objects. The pen + tool is used to add an anchor point, while the pen - tool is used to delete an anchor point. The convert tool is used to convert a smooth point to either a corner and a corner point  to a smooth point. 


How can you utilize the layers palette in Illustrator?
You can utilize the layers palette by first going to Windows then click layers to organize or edit the objects in the design document. By using the layers palette, different layers to the design or object can be changed, whether it is color or the overall shape. The layers can also help create different designs while layering onto the original design. 


How do you create a clipping mask in Adobe Illustrator?
A clipping mask is an object where it covers other artwork so that only areas that lie within the shape are visible, so that it is only the shape visible. To create this, you must first create the object wanted as the mask. Then move the clipping path and the objected wanted to be masked onto a new layer. Making sure that the masking object is on the top and the rest on the bottom in the layers palette. 

Post #5

For each of the 5 elements of design (shape, line, texture, space, value), find an example that utilizes each element within the design (Google search for poster design, advertisement, etc.). You should have 5 DIFFERENT sample designs.  For each, evaluate the design in 4 to 5 sentences.  Label each with the appropriate element.  Then, discuss how that particular element is used and how it enhances the 
design.


 The element of design utilized in this Apple iPhone ad is shape. It includes the square shape of its icons in the phone, as well as the iPhone shape itself, a rectangle. This is used to enhance the design because it is easy handle and a simple looking design for a phone ad.














The element of design utilized in the book cover of "Eclipse" is space. The space makes the ribbon on the book cover stand out, enhances the importance of the ribbon symbol. The space makes the ribbon more important and shows the importance of it in the book. The space makes the cover seem more interesting and attracts readers to the books because of its simple design.











The element of design utilized in this book cover is value. Value refers to dark and light and this book cover shows it well. The value contrasts helps us to see the artwork better. It is relative to the background of the other words and items on the page.The black and white value contrast leads the eye to the picture and the words of on the cover.











The element of design utilized in this movie poster is Lines. They are used in the poster to divide the space, and placed as a grid. It separates the different pictures, and the overall summary of pictures on the poster. The lines directs the flow of the pictures on the poster. The lines on the poster also direct the audiences eyes to each picture, which makes up the storyline of the poster.



    The element of design utilized in this movie poster is texture. Although the audience member is not able to touch the water used in this movie poster, it shows the audience the background is water. The way the design in the background and the dolphins in the picture, makes the texture of water on the movie poster more believable. The texture of the design, which is water enhances the realistic parts of the poster. It makes the audience want to look at it longer, because it looks so real. 

Post #4

Why/how can icons be used to communicate?
Icons can be used to communicate because it helps a person identify certain pictures or messages behind each icon. It helps a person understand an image even if they do not know the language. 

Via the internet, find 2 examples of common icons that clearly communicate their message. Post both in this entry and explain your choice.

I choses these two common icons that are clear to understand. I chose the bus icon because it is easy for a person to understand and find if they get lost or do not understand the language. It is easy to understand what this looks like and can quickly identify what it is. Another icon I chose it the restroom icon. It clearly communicates its message, and in most parts of the world, it means that it is either a restroom or area for sanitation.

What is the difference between copyright and public domain?
Copyright is the protection to a person's original work. It is the legal right for the owner to do anything to their work, as well as authorize others. Whereas public domain, it can be used by anyone freely. In public domain, no one owns a work, and there is no ownership. 


How can you avoid plagiarism in this class?  In other classes?
Plagiarism can be avoided in this class by not using or copying another person's work exactly. A person has to be original and produce their own ideas and works. In other classes, they cannot have exact copies or have the same answers. It can also be avoided by providing a source if a person is copying.