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GCIP 141 - Digital Imaging/Photoshop II grading requirements:

Assignment 1 - Personal Collage/Portrait (50 pts. possible)
Size: 8x10" or 10x8" @ 200ppi.
Grading is as follows:
Used layer masks (at least 2) and adjustment layers (at least 2): 10 pts.
Includes vector shape(s) or mask(s): 10 pts.
Has at least one saved alpha channel: 10 pts.
Contains at least one clipping mask: 10 pts.
Presentation: 10 pts.

Assignment 2 - Features/Tutorials (50 pts. possible)
Students will describe the skills they learned and show examples of the work they created using the techniques described in the tutorials.

Project 1 - 8x10 Painting (100 pts. possible) Grade based on the following:
Create a new Photoshop file that highlights your use of the various brushes: 8x10” @ 360 ppi image size. This project is designed to display your understanding and competency with the various new brush tools and options as well as the other tools and functions that were covered in the first 3 chapters. Please pay particular attention to the section on brushes in Chapter 1 which describe in detail the brush tools and options. Use that knowledge to create an image that is similar in intricacy to the examples shown in class. Projects that do not adhere to these directions will receive a reflective grade, those that follow the requirements will be rewarded for their attention to detail. [Line art is properly scanned and converted to black and white (not grayscale). Uses scatter brushes with options other than the default. Uses various brushes to give the image depth and shading.]

If you are like me and tend to lack in the artistic ability area, you may use some line art or a photograph as the starting point and paint your masterpiece from there. Save the psd file and turn a copy into the instructor using the following naming scheme: Last Name, 1st Initial, Assignment (ex. BealoM_Project1.psd).

Grading is as follows (do not use default settings):
Uses various Opacity and Flow settings (Fig. 1.59-1.60): 7 pts.
Used a selected area to Define Brush (Select the area: Edit > Define Brush Preset): 8 pts.

Brush Tip Shape
Uses different Roundness settings (Fig. 1.38, 1.39): 7 pts.
Uses different Angle settings (Fig. 1.40): 7 pts.
Uses various Spacing settings (Fig. 1.41, 1.42): 7 pts.

Uses Jitter (Fig. 1.43, 1.44, 1.46-1.48, 1.52): 8 pts.
Uses Fade (Fig. 1.45): 8 pts.
Vary settings with Scatter (Fig. 1.49-1.50): 8 pts.
Uses Texture settings (Fig. 1.51-1.52): 8 pts.
Uses at least one Dual Brush (Fig. 1.53): 7 pts.
Varies the Color Dynamics (Fig. 1.54-1.58): 8 pts.
Uses the Wet Edges setting (Fig. 1.62): 7 pts.
Correct Dimensions and PPI: 10 pts.
Total: 100 points.

Assignment 3 - Line Art and Grayscale Images (100 pts. possible)
Scan or convert 3 different line art images such that you end up with 3 files that fit the following output parameters: one for a 600 dpi Laser Printer, one for a 720 dpi InkJet, and one based on a student choice device (see Bonus Chapter 5 on Resolution Solutions). Keep the background layer as the original scan or image, and create a duplicate layer or layers that are labeled with descriptions of the corrections you make on each. Save the files as PSD format and turn it into the instructor with your name and version (ex. BealoM_LineArt1.psd).

Repeat the above layout with 3 different grayscale images (black and white photos) or color photos that have been converted to black and white (grayscale) based on the following parameters: one about 4x5" for newsprint at 85 lpi, one 8x10 for the web, and the last one based on student choice output (see Bonus Chapter 5 on Resolution Solutions). Detail the settings that you used to achieve the optimum results on each layer and include all layers and adjustments (do not flatten). For the student choice, be sure to describe the intended mode of output (ex. printed brochure at 150 lpi, web page, etc.) Save the 3 files as PSD format and turn it into the instructor with your name and version (ex. BealoM_Grayscale3.psd).

Grading for the Line/Gray is as follows:
LineArt (see Line Art pdf):
Details 20 pts.
3 Images 30 pts.
Improved image still has shades of gray -15 pts.

Grayscale (see Chapter 7):
Details 20 pts.
3 images 30 pts.
Simplistic corrections (As in you didn't use curves or levels or other more advanced functions. If brightness/contrast is your main adjustment, it is time to learn more effective tools.) -15 pts.

Assignment 4 - Color Correction (100 pts. possible)
Perform color correction on 4 photographs that are in need of a decent amount of correcting. You may need to scan these or you may already have some from a digital camera or some other source. Each photo the correct resolution (Bonus Ch. 5 on the CD) and size for the desired output devise: 10 pts possible. Use various adjustment layers (Ch. 10) and layer sets (p. 129-130) to make it easier to compare the results of each and switch between the options.

You may end up with several variations of each photo. Each needs to use at least one of the techniques from chapters 3, 5, 7, and 8 so that you can show that you have experience with all of them by the end of the assignment.

Each of the 4 photos must use at least one of the following, such that by the time you finish the assignment, you have used all of them:
Levels (Ch. 7): 7 pts.
Curves (p. 115-143, 290-294) RGB Master adjustment and individual R, G, and B adjustments: 10 pts.
Shadow Highlight (p. 144-148): 5 pts.
Proper RGB Workspace and/or Convert to Profile (especially if it will be in CMYK for the final output.)[CS3 p. 215-221]: 5 pts.
Hue/Saturation using Master adjustment and other individual colors (p. 274-287): 10 pts.
Color Balance (p. 289-290): 7 pts.
Selective Color (p. 294-296): 7 pts.
Match Color (p. 296-298): 7 pts.
Color Replacement Tool (p. 299-301): 7 pts.

In addition, you should be using Adjustment Layers for a majority of the adjustments. The following should also be included:
Opacity change on Adjustment Layer to limit the effect.
Photo Filter (p. 192-194): 5 pts.
Blending Modes to limit the effect to certain areas, colors etc. - Hue, Color, Luminosity (p. 195-196): 10 pts.
Empty Adjustment Layer (if needed - p. 197)
Blending Sliders- Limiting Brightness that is effected (p. 202-203): 5 pts.
Limiting Layers that are effected - Layer Masks, Clipping Masks, Groups, and/or Smart Objects. (p. 203-206): 5 pts.

Total: 100/100.

Assignment 5 - Video & 3D (100 pts. possible)
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Grading is as follows:
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Total Points Possible = 100

Project 2 - Thematic Posters (100 pts. possible)
Using techniques and tools described in the Chapters on Sharpening (Ch. 6), Enhancement, Advanced Masking (Ch. 9), Collage (Ch. 10), and the pdf on Shadows, create 2 posters for one event of your choice. The Superbowl in San Diego, The Wild Animal Park, The Zoo, Street Scene, A Local Art Show/Exhibit, Surf Competition, Marathon, Festival of Animation, Fleet Week, Street Fairs, and the like would all be good targets.

Make the posters 17 x 22 at 200 ppi.

Grading is as follows:
Correct Dimensions 3 ea.
Uses Shadows 3 ea. [refer to the last half of the video on shadows from here]
At least one has a Clipping Mask 6 pts.
At least one has a Layer Mask 6 pts.
At least one has a Vector Mask 6 pts.
Uses all of the following Blending Modes @ 3 ea.:
Darken, Multiply, Color Burn, Linear Burn, Lighten, Screen, Color Dodge, Overlay, Soft Light, Hard Light, Vivid Light, Linear Light, Pin Light, Hue, Saturation, Color, and Luminance.
At least one has a posterized image using techniques discussed in class: 7 pts.
At least one has a texture that was created using techniques discussed in class: 6 pts.
At least one has an image that was liquified: 6 pts.
Total Possible Pts. = 100

Usability Report (200 pts. possible)
Start off by reviewing the Web Site Project link to get an idea of what your Interface Design will be targeted toward. Follow that up with the Prototype Usability Report guidelines in order to sketch out an Interface Design idea and test it.

Web Site Project

Prototype Usability Report

The brief report is due this week, and the actual design in Photoshop is due next week. I’ll give you more details on what needs to be included next week. Make sure that the Usability report that you turn in meets the minimum length requirement. I will not grade short and incomplete papers.

Proper length: 100 pts.
Grammar, well written, clear and easy to understand: 100 pts.

Project 3 - Web Interface Design (100 pts. possible)
Take the information you learned from the Usability Test and apply it to the Interface Design of a web site.

Specifics:
Design between three and six pages from a site that incorporate techniques from pdf lessons 14, 15, and 16, along with the information gleaned from the Usability report. I will include lessons from Adobe's Classroom in a Book for PS 7 for those who need a refresher on Optimizing Images, Image Maps, Slices, Rollovers and Animation. Also have a look at these links for online tutorials:
http://www.graphicsfocus.com/ps/tutorial/animation-interactive.htm
http://www.redneckshouse.com/photoshop.html

Also have a look at the following examples of former students' projects:
http://www2.palomar.edu/users/mbealo/gcip141/example1/index.html
http://www2.palomar.edu/users/mbealo/gcip141/example2/index.htm
http://www2.palomar.edu/users/mbealo/gcip141/example3/index.html

The first page will be the index.html (home page) file [ex. http://www.adobe.com]. The site also needs to have a second level (linked directly from index page), [ex. http://www.adobe.com/products/] and third level (link from the second level - although may also be linked from index page, just not part of the main navigation) [ex. http://www.adobe.com/products/photoshop/main.html]. Pick your choice of levels (2nd, 3rd, 4th, etc.) for the other pages if you wish to make between four and six total pages.

The interface design must:
correlate with the Usability report, use slices and rollovers (L-15), include a gif animation (L-16) relevant to the site design, not some random animation with no purpose, and include optimized graphics (ch. 14).

The gif animation should use at least 6 layers and be at least 10 frames long. It also needs to have motion and transparency changes. Make sure it is not larger than 80k when optimized. In addition to the animation that is on the site, you need to turn the original PSD file with all of its layers to me as well. That will be the copy I grade for your animation assignment.

Keep in mind that the required gif animation part of the design will be a separate file from the sliced html pages that you are creating in Photoshop If you wish to include the gif animation in the html files that you turn in (details are in next week's assignment link), I will show you an easy trick to make it work. Otherwise you can just use a still representation of the gif animation as part of the sliced Photoshop files that you create. The placeholder will allow me to know where the animation will show up, and the actual gif animation will be turned in as a separate file.

The entire site is due in before ???. I will give you details of how it needs to be turned in next week.

Grading is as follows:
Tied to Usability Report 8 pts.
< 1024px x 768px 8 pts.
72 ppi Images 8 pts.
Proper Image Format 8 pts.
Uses Layer Styles 8 pts.

Slices
Use Text 8 pts.
Have Links 8 pts.
Use Message Text 8 pts.
Use Alt Tags 8 pts.
Proper File Names 8 pts.

Has Primary Rollovers 20 pts.

Total Points Possible = 100

Assignment 7 - Web Animation (100 pts. possible)
3 versions of gif animations: Banner, Micro Banner, ~300 x 100.
1) File -> New: Web Banner 468 x 60
2) File -> New: Micro Banner 88 x 31
3) Student choice, but no larger than 300 x 100.

Within the 3 versions, you must demonstrate the ability to correctly use position, opacity, and effects tweening. Within means that not every animation has to use all 3 types of tweens, just what is appropriate for that animation (at least one type each).

Each must contain at least 6 layers and 6 frames.
Maximum size of animated gif is to be NO LARGER THAN 80K.

Turn in: Original PSD file so that I can see all of your layers, tweens, and effects, and the final optimized animated gif with the usual naming conventions.

Grading is as follows:
Correct Size = 5 pts. ea.
6+ Layers = 5 pts. ea.
6+ Frames = 5 pts. ea.
Each File < 80k = 5 pts. ea.

Tween
Position = 15 pts
Opacity = 15 pts
F/X = 10 pts

Total Points Possible = 100

Final Project - Student Choice Poster (100 pts. possible)
Student Choice but it must be ok’d by me first.

The skills that you have learned from our text must be used in the production of your final project. It may be designed for either print, web, or electronic delivery. Each student has a different focus, and I don't wish to quench that by being too constricting. However, you must include in your proposal a description of which chapters from our text directly apply to the creation of your final project.

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