Goals/Vision Board

Why?
  • As we start a new year (even though it is just another day), it can be helpful to think about where/what/how you hope things will go. 
    • This can include physical behaviors, new mindsets, things you hope to accomplish, places you want to go, thoughts you want to hold on to....
  • I believe in intentionality, this is a chance to practice that and have a visual reminder.
  • It's a great way to continue practicing your design skills.
WHEN?
Due Friday Jan. 8th. You will have 15 minutes at the BEGINNING of class to upload your board. Than Everyone will share.
OTE:
Think of tangible things. This is meant to be inspiring not a list of things that induce guilt. Make goals that are within reach while still challenging. 
WHAT?
The overall content is COMPLETELY up to you. Add as much or as little as suits you. The overall design should be visually appealing to you. Ideally you'd even print this out and hang it somewhere. Below are some examples but feel free to do some research on your own as well.  

layout Design  

Why?
to explore in-design as well as layout and compostion Design. It will also help you think through the process of taking photos and translating them to the page. Finally, it will be a good place to practice writing consise and reader grabing content.
WhEN?
Due Nov 6th.

You will have time in class to work between discussions and photo/writing assignments. If you don't know what to do/work on, do this.
WHAT?
two Spread Layout that show cases a topic of your choice. It could be a Yearbook topic or a personal choice.

Pages 1/2 should be a "showcase" on the topic. Pages 3/4 should be an informational layout with text, graphics, and photos. Think of the sports pages from last year's yearbook. Also See Examples Below.
  • Spread 1 
    • 1-3 PHOTOS
    • TITLE
    • PAGE #
    • IT COULD INCLUDE A SUBTILe, CAPTION, Or GRAPHIC
  • Spread 2
    1. 5-10 PHOTOS
    2. SUB TITLE/S
    3. PAGE #
    4. EDITORIAL, SURVEY, Or INTERVIEW that you write
    5. GRAPHIC  ​
BE sure you consider and intentionaly include the below items on your layout.
  • Fonts
    • Title, Sub Title, Paragraph, Page # Fonts should be different but cohesive.
  • Color Scheme
  • ​Graphics
    • ​This can be as simple as shapes or as complex as illustrated faces/portraits
  • Photos
    • ​If you are using photos from a secondary source, the caption on the photo should include a reference.
    • If you want to take the photos yourself or use photos you have already taken, be sure the quality is high enough for print.
HOW?
Follow the below: READ the step by step instructions and refer back as needed. WATCH AND REVIEW the tutorial provided by Ms. Fiechtner. Consult additional tutorials on In-Design and/or photography. Discuss in class and recieve feedback from classmates.
​Read:
The Elements of Design are like the parts of a car: STEERING Wheel, Transmission, tires, gas, engine, seats. Every car requires these things to run. But the way these Elements are arranged or designed will vary depending on the model and make. A Project can have the elements of design: line, shape, Color... but not utilize the PRINCIPLES of design well: Balance, RHYTHM, contrast. In other words, just because the car runs doesn't mean it is AESTHETICALLY pleasing, the same is true in layout design. Placing photos, text and Graphics together is all layout design entails, but HOW you place them is what makes it successful and effective.

Be sure to spend time consulting examples, looking through professional websites, and paging through magazines or design books to find inspiration. Using an existing layout to mimic is a great way to start because it gives you direction and it helps you get ideas down quickly instead of facing a blank page.
watch:
This is a quick General overview of Layout and Composition Design.
REview:
Click the first image for an overview of the Design PRINCIPLES. Refer back to these as you create your LAyout.
​Click the second image for a more in-depth description, SPECIFIC to Yearbook design. These are basic
IF YOU ARE COMPLETELY NEW TO DESIGN, IT MIGHT BE WORTH REVIEWING A FEW ADDITIONAL VIDEOS or Articles. LOOK FOR INFORMATION ON MAGAZINE DESIGN/LAYOUT/COMPOSITION, AS THIS IS THE CLOSEST PROFESSIONAL EQUIVALENT TO YEARBOOK.
EXAMPLES:
Spread # 1 (Showcase layout)
Spread # 2 (detail layout)
A Full atricle that shows both spreads
TUTORIALS:
In addition to an in class demonstration (Which you can rewatch on the Teams Recording). The Below tutorials could be helpful in learning In-DeSign. Click the title and/or the videos.
The below video tutorials all cover the basics, it's a matter of choosing the one that's most appealing to you.

I am From...

Why?
  • An opportunity to get to know each other 
  • a chance to practice portrait photography
  • A Place to explore identity and the factors that contribute to how we see ourselves as well as how others see us. 
  • A step towards empathy and understanding of others and how their lived EXPERIENCES shape the ways the interact with the world as well as the way the world treats them. 
WhAT?
  • 1-3 Photographs (edited and Printed)
  • 1 "I am from" Poem to accompany the photo
    • These will be hung on the E Building
HOW?
  • Using the Template Below, each student will fill out an "i am from" poem
  • WE will share our poems in class
    • WE will follow up this time of sharing with CONVERSATIONS about our deeper identities
    • This deeper conversation in conjunction with our poem will guide us to how we can visual portray ourselves through photography
  • The same group will work to discuss the portrait that is taken as a representation of this poem
  • You will upload both
    • Your Portrait (Choose one to three)
    • Your "I Am From" Poem
Adapted from George Ella Lyons Poem "where I am From" And Hope and Healing in Urban Education By SHawn GinWright

Create Your own Website

Why?
  • The WEEBLY site lets you to show off your design AESTHETIC  without coding or intense tutorials
    • Although, if you are interested in coding it is possible and I would be happy to help you explore it further.
  • your personal website will allow you to display your work for both critique and grading
  • It is something you can edit, revise, and redesign throughout the semester as you learn more 
  • Students hoping to go into a creative profession can begin amassing PORTFOLIO materials 
  • finally, The world around us is digital, understanding websites and their POSSIBILITIES can help us be better and more informed users. 
WHEN?
AS we discussed in class these dates might be flexible according to events. But assume the below date unless specifically noted. 
DUE: OCT 14th
NOTE:
I believe in the power of choice, as well as, students advocating for their best learning experience. I also BELIEVE in a safe and CONDUCIVE LEARNING environment. I WILL GIVE YOU THE FREEDOM TO EXPLORE THESE DIFFERENT learning OPTIONS AS YOU SEE FIT. THIS FREEDOM REMAINS AS LONG AS YOU ARE USING YOUR CLASS TIME WISELY and I CAN SEE YOU MAKING PROGRESS TOWARD THE PROJECT REQUIREMENTS.
WHAT?
The below items must be included in your personal website. ADDITIONAL items or deviation should be discussed with mrs. fiechtner. Anything is an option once you have a base site. 
  • 10 pts: SITE NAME, Unique (and appropriate) 
  • 20 Pts: About page
    • Your First name only. No personal emails, or numbers
    • A write up or INFOGRAPHIC about you, your interests, favorite quote/book/food, a fun fact, place you want to visit, idea you have, with pictures or graphics
      • Also INCLUDE A DEEP HOPE you have
  • 10 pts: DESIGN/ PHOTOS page
    • a "stand in" gallery in this area to show how you will display pages you design/photos you take
      • You can use your own pictures or
      • Properly credited images from the internet
    • Every project/picture will include 
      • a DESCRIPTION section
  • 20 pts: INSPIRATION page
    • This is a collection point for ideas you find that are inspiration for the yearbook design or photos. Things like team sports photos, page number ideas, table of contents, layouts, graphics.....
      • be sure you always give proper credit and when appropriate link to the original site
  • 40 Pts: Overall Design
    • ​Fonts are cohesive and APPROPRIATELY sized
    • Colors work together and enhance the design
    • Layouts are logical and user friendly
    • overall design shows intentional selection, revision, adjustment, and attention to detail

Fall 2019 below, Fall 2020 projects to come

Design Tutorials   

Why?
  • To help you with your Throughline Decks
  • To get you ready to design and create the yearbook.
HOW?
  • Click the images below to complete short tutorials as a guide.
  • REMEMBER TO SKETCH OUT IDEAS FIRST!
The image shows the final product you will have if you follow the tutorial. Lots of great options. Choose one and follow it all the way through. Then try to edit it to your words and design.

Design a Throughline deck  

Why?
  • Personal
    • ​UTILIZE AND PRACTICE DESIGN SKILLS
    • reflect on throughlines in your own life
    • learn to translate personal meaning to a greater purpose
  • Bellevue christian HS/JH
    • a contribution to the visual environment of BCs
    • a way to Further ​student understanding/ engagement with TFT
  •  The larger Community
    • an opportunity to help Teaching for transformation by providing visuals that can be used at schools through out the US. 
    • Furthering engagement with scriptural principles through visual REPRESENTATIONS
HOW?
  • ​using in-design, illustrator or photoshop students will make a deck of 10 cards.
  • There will be 3 stages
    • idea generating
    • group forming
    • execution
  • Consistent contact with Ms. Albright will be expected from students
    • we will talk about best practice for client interactions throughout the project.
    • This includes sending and recieving emails
Servant Workers, Justice Seekers, Earth Keepers, Community Builders, Creation Enjoyers, Idolatry Discerners, Order Discoverers, Beauty Creators, God Worshippers, Image Reflectors
What?
  • 10 PTS PArticipation each Monday
    • 10 days total (100 Pts)
  • 50 Pts Professionalism 
    • ​This will entail your communications with Ms. Albright, your interactions with each other, and your willingness to stretch yourself.
  • 50 Pts Rough Draft Deck
  • 100 Pts Final Deck
WHEN?​
  • Sept 23rd generate ideas
    • ​find designs and images that inspire you and add them to your throughlines page
    • sketch ideas out and add them to your page
  • Sept 30th form groups
  • Oct 2nd Rough Draft due
    • You will have a full block period to finish your designs and upload them to your personal websites.
    • Ms. Albright will review them and provide feedback the following Monday
  • Dec 20th final deck due
    • There could be an opportunity to review the deck with other members of the TFT community in JANUARY

HOW-TO TUTORIALS  

Why?
  • in-design and lightroom are the programs that will be used to create the yearbook
  • in-design and lightroom are the industry standards for publication and photography
  • They are good skills to have for execution of visuals for other classes
When?
  • throughout the month of Sept. & oct.
What?
  • there are no points given for these tutorials. You have to know these skills to accomplish the tasks you are assigned.
  • Because everyone is at a different skill level, you will be expected to participate in any or all tutorials at your discretion. 
HOW?
  • In class demonstrations
    • Josh from the BCS Central office will be doing two In-design tutorials 
    • Mike (My husband) will be doing a few camera tutorials as well as lightroom
    • I will be going through both In-Design, Lightroom and camera basics 
  • Video Tutorials (Click for links to helpful videos)

attend 3 events & PHOTOGRAPH 

Why?
  • To represent the "life" of our school well
  • so we have a wide variety of photos to choose from
  • a chance to improve your photography skills 
How? 
  • Sign up for a sport or performance
  • Confirm with the rest of the yearbook staff to be sure we have all events covered
  • Be sure to have a "shot list" before attending
    • See project process. Do not attend an event if you have not gone through the first 3 steps
  • You can "collect" photos from a parent or spectator if you can't photograph an event yourself.
WHEN?
  • Try to attend one outside event each month
    • Must be different events/sports
  • Event #1 DUE OCT 25th
  • EVENT #2 Due DEC 13th
  • EVENT #3 DUE JAN 15th
WHat?
  • 50 Pts: PER EVENT
    • ​10-20 photos, in focus & properly exposed
    • "shot list" photos taken
  • GRADES WILL BE ENTERED WHEN YOU UPLOAD YOUR PHOTOS IT IS A "ROLLING GRADE" AS YOU WILL ALL BE ATTENDING AT DIFFERENT TIMES.
LOGISTICS? 
  • ​​Remember that photos will ultimately end up on a page, so you should check to be sure the photos you are taking capture the event as planned in the overall design.
  • Go with a classmate if that helps 
  • Be sure to plan ahead and check out the camera the day of the event
  • Upload photos as soon as possible