Using Illustrator - Colour Theory & Basic Shapes

Colour and Shapes

Using Illustrator - Grid Lines, Text & Shapes

In the Digital Media Foundations book, there was a beginners task on the programme Illustrator. It focused on how to use the grid lines and text, to create the image to the left, which in hope will help in the future for when I create my own narrative. 

Firstly, on Illustrator when had to use the grid lines so that the other the bits of texts would fit into the image correctly and just purely look more professional. To access the grid lines you need to show the rulers and this be shown via the windows tab. 

Next I had to use the 'line segment tool' to create the bold, black line. When drawn it comes out as a thin line, so when I clicked control on the line and it appeared with measurements of thickness and I selected 30pt. Then, I moved the line along to right a little, it also doesn't matter if things are placed in the area around your work, as when printed they won't be shown. 

The process of using text on Illustrator is simply to use during this task, as all I had to do was select the 't' sign meaning text, and write in the word (grid systems). Also, the task allocated a certain font and sizing, which was simple to follow. Then, using 'option' button I could create some space between each of the letters. Also, I had to follow the rules and line everything up so that it looked better than being placed anywhere. 

The same process of creating a text, etc, followed for the large amount of text. Where I had to use a certain font and size for this task. While also sticking to the guidelines of the rulers.   Then, I had to use the 'direct selection tool' to remove the circle above the 'i' in the word grid to then replace it with a red square. This was done using the 'rectangle shape tool' and then filling it with the colour red, using the colour panel for that stage. After that I duplicated the shape and placed another one above the large amount of text, which together creates the image above, and the task is completed. 

Lecture 3 - Typography

Type

Batch Processing - Tester

Batching

Lecture 2 - Semiotics

Semiotics

Signs & Meanings.

The task for the first lecture, was to go off in pairs and picture signs that we see everyday, and then state their meanings.

The images below shows signs and their meaning:

"The Bike"
Presenting a bike sign on the streets or roads of any place, tells people that a certain lane or section of the road is used for cyclists only. It's used to make the streets and roads a safer place for both cyclists, pedestrians and drivers, too make them all aware of each other. 

"The P"
Road users know the sign of the letter 'P', as it states that someone wanting to park in a certain may have to pay too park. The 'P' is always a capital letter on a blue background, making noticeable for all too see. 




"No Entry"
The No Entry sign is linked with road users, as it states to them that they are unable to enter a certain area, street or road. This is commonly see globally as it's so recognisable and many understand its meaning, especially due too the red circle with a white line. 





"The Green & Red Man"
Many pedestrians in the world will know this common sign, as its linked to the roads when crossing. The red man standing indicates to people that its not their time to cross, almost like danger and the green man indicates that they are able to cross a road, with linking to the idea of "go". 



"The Bin & Person"
This sign is becoming more known, as not only is it used on bins but is now being used on products. It clearly indicates to people that they should throw away their litter to create a cleaner society.