UNIT 1 DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY, IMAGING AND GRAPHICS
- Lesson Objectives/Goals/Instructional Outcomes
Photomontage
DIRECTIONS
A photomontage is an image made by combining parts of different photos. Movie posters (EXAMPLES) which advertise and promote interest in the movie created by Graphic Designers are a great place to see this type of work.
PROJECT OBJECTIVE: Students will use digital photo manipulation, Principles of Art (Contrast, Balance, Emphasis) and Art Skills: Composition, Problem Solving
Directions
Create a photomontage combining at least 12 but no more than 15 images into a new image revolving around a theme. This theme should be a personal interest of yours. For example, you could make a photomontage of your favorite:
Important Project Notes:
Pick something that interests you. Pay attention to the composition, craftsmanship, and content. These are specific areas that you will be graded on for this project. See definitions of these in the Project Rubric below.
All images used MUST be school appropriate. Please check with me if you are unsure on these photos. An F will be given if you choose inappropriate photos!
A photomontage is an image made by combining parts of different photos. Movie posters (EXAMPLES) which advertise and promote interest in the movie created by Graphic Designers are a great place to see this type of work.
PROJECT OBJECTIVE: Students will use digital photo manipulation, Principles of Art (Contrast, Balance, Emphasis) and Art Skills: Composition, Problem Solving
Directions
Create a photomontage combining at least 12 but no more than 15 images into a new image revolving around a theme. This theme should be a personal interest of yours. For example, you could make a photomontage of your favorite:
- hobby
- sports team
- athlete
- musician or band
- movie
- actor
- historical events or individuals
- college or university
- your family
- great vacation spots
- nature
- animals
Important Project Notes:
Pick something that interests you. Pay attention to the composition, craftsmanship, and content. These are specific areas that you will be graded on for this project. See definitions of these in the Project Rubric below.
All images used MUST be school appropriate. Please check with me if you are unsure on these photos. An F will be given if you choose inappropriate photos!
Watch the Video Tutorials to see how to create a photomontage.
(This video has AUDIO. Use your earbuds to listen)
Plug-in your earbuds to the computer.
See me if you don't have your earbuds.
(This video has AUDIO. Use your earbuds to listen)
Plug-in your earbuds to the computer.
See me if you don't have your earbuds.
Watch the video tutorial to learn how to save your working project file to your: Google Drive > My Drive folder
(This video has AUDIO. Use your earbuds to listen)
(This video has AUDIO. Use your earbuds to listen)
Please remember these important parts of this assignment
Print out your project
Following the screenshot below.
Place into class basket for Grading. It will be returned to you for you to keep. 1 printout ONLY!
File > Print or Ctrl + P to bring up the Print Dialog window
Following the screenshot below.
Place into class basket for Grading. It will be returned to you for you to keep. 1 printout ONLY!
File > Print or Ctrl + P to bring up the Print Dialog window
Great Student Examples
Poor Student Examples
Project Grading Rubric
Directions - Followed directions as stated in the project objectives. 12 or more images used together with a theme or idea. Student understood and did a good job using the features of the software program for this project.
Composition (layout design) - Selected images and arranging them within the picture space to communicate the artist's ideas, and feelings effectively to the viewer. Placing elements you have selected within your image is very important. Overlap images to get the best results. Using many sizes is also very important. Use large, medium and small images. Not just one big image, with medium ones all around it. Effective use of the elements & principles of design is visible in the composition.
Craftsmanship - How neatly and carefully you did you erase the images? Be sure to use the appropriate eraser type (soft edge) and erase unwanted areas completely using good technique. Don’t leave the edges of the photos you are erasing and make sure they blend together gradually. Also make sure the images are not pixilated, blurry or distorted. Remember to use photos that have thousands of pixels, not hundreds. If they are select a different image from the Internet.
Content - The meaning or message of a work of art. Make sure it is school appropriate, please. No guns, hand signs, gang images, skulls, or anything offensive or inappropriate, etc. ASK ME TO CHECK IF YOU ARE UNSURE BEFORE THE IMAGES IS USED!
Effort - Took time to develop and complete the project. Student didn’t rush thru the project just to be done. Good use of class time. Student stayed on task and used class time well.
Composition (layout design) - Selected images and arranging them within the picture space to communicate the artist's ideas, and feelings effectively to the viewer. Placing elements you have selected within your image is very important. Overlap images to get the best results. Using many sizes is also very important. Use large, medium and small images. Not just one big image, with medium ones all around it. Effective use of the elements & principles of design is visible in the composition.
Craftsmanship - How neatly and carefully you did you erase the images? Be sure to use the appropriate eraser type (soft edge) and erase unwanted areas completely using good technique. Don’t leave the edges of the photos you are erasing and make sure they blend together gradually. Also make sure the images are not pixilated, blurry or distorted. Remember to use photos that have thousands of pixels, not hundreds. If they are select a different image from the Internet.
Content - The meaning or message of a work of art. Make sure it is school appropriate, please. No guns, hand signs, gang images, skulls, or anything offensive or inappropriate, etc. ASK ME TO CHECK IF YOU ARE UNSURE BEFORE THE IMAGES IS USED!
Effort - Took time to develop and complete the project. Student didn’t rush thru the project just to be done. Good use of class time. Student stayed on task and used class time well.